5-0 x 18″ Undyed Polyglycolic Lactide Polycaprolactone Suture with C-3 Needle – 12/Box (9007467)

• Composed of a synthetic blend—specifically Poly(glycolide/l-lactide) and Polycaprolactone—designed for reliable short-term wound support in medical and dental procedures

Uses

• Soft Tissue Approximation: 

• Used for general soft tissue ligation and suturing where an absorbable material is preferred to avoid a follow-up removal procedure

• Dental & Medical Surgery: 

• Commonly utilized in outpatient and in-office procedures requiring precision, such as minor oral surgeries or plastic surgery wound closure

Features

• Material Composition: 

• An uncoated, undyed monofilament made from a Poly(glycolide/l-lactide) and Polycaprolactone blend

• Needle Specifications:

• Type: Precision Reverse Cutting (C-3 needle code), which is ideal for tough tissue like skin

• Curvature: 3/8 circle needle

• Length: 13mm needle length

• Suture Dimensions: 

• 18 inches (approx. 45 cm) in length with a 5-0 size

• Packaging: 

• Sold in boxes of 12

Benefits

• Reduced Tissue Trauma: 

• The monofilament construction and precision-honed needle provide “superior penetration” with finer point geometry, minimizing tissue disruption during passage

• Handling & Memory: 

• The “Racetrack” packaging design is engineered to reduce material memory, meaning the suture remains straighter and easier to handle once removed from the package

• Predictable Absorption: 

• As an absorbable material, it degrades via hydrolysis, eliminating the need for suture removal and improving patient comfort during recovery

• Strength & Durability: 

• The 300-series stainless-steel needles are designed to be strong enough to resist bending while remaining ductile enough to resist breaking under pressure