SMI Catgut plain absorbable surgical suture on spool, USP 4/0 (EP 2), 100 m, ivory, Ref: 1020

SMI Catgut plain absorbable surgical suture on spool, USP 4/0 (EP 2), 100 m, ivory

Catgut plain is the classic natural absorbable suture. Its twisted structure with a monofilament look provides high flexibility, good handling and secure knots; the smooth surface passes through tissue without a sawing effect. Absorption is faster in inflamed or enzyme-rich tissue.

Spool format: economical suture that can be cut to the required length.

Areas of application:

• Soft-tissue adaptation and ligatures in general and visceral surgery, gynaecology and veterinary surgery

Technical specifications:

• Manufacturer: SMI AG
• Manufacturer article number (Ref): 1020
• Material: purified collagen (serosa of bovine intestine from BSE-free countries)
• Structure: twisted multifilament with monofilament appearance
• Coating: none
• Absorption: absorption by phagocytosis in approx. 63 days; approx. 50% tensile strength after 7 days
• Size: USP 4/0 / EP 2
• Thread length: 100 m
• Colour: ivory
• Sterile: yes
• Packaging: 1 pc