PDO Surgical Sutures, Size 5/0. 18" Thread with 13mm 3/8 Circle R/C Needle. Violet. Box of 12.
UNIFY PDO Surgical Sutures
- High tensile strength
- Extended holding strength, maintains tensile strength for up to six weeks
- Lower tissue reaction than chromic gut sutures with no risk of toxicity
- Eliminates bacterial migration along suture line
- Ultra sharp needle point for atraumatic tissue penetration
- Needle coated with silicone for smooth tissue passage
- Predictable absorption profile
- Thread type: Monofilament
- Color: Violet
- Strength duration: 55-65 days
- Absorb duration: 180-200 days
Product Name: PDO Surgical Sutures, Size 5/0. 18" Thread with 13mm 3/8 Circle R/C Needle. Violet. Box of 12
Item#: S-D518R13
Brand: UNIFY
Needle Size: 13mm
Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
Needle Cutting: Reverse Cutting
Thread Size: 5/0
Thread Length: 18 in (45cm)
Color: Violet
Comparable Needles: P-3 / P-13 / C3
Product Line: Regular Sutures
Thread Material: PDO
Packing: Box of 12 Pieces
Absorption: 180-200 days
Strength: 55-65 days
Thread Type: Monofilament
Synthetic: Yes
Tensile Strength: High
Comparable Material: PDS II / Maxon
Tissue Reaction: Very Minimal
Wicking Behavior: No
Shape Memory: Low
Knot Safety: Very Good
Smooth: Very Good