| Product Name |
Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture |
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| Product Overview |
Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture is a sterile, synthetic, absorbable surgical suture with a braided and coated construction. It is designed for general veterinary soft-tissue suturing and ligation, including applications involving muscles and aponeuroses. The braided structure provides practical handling and knot security, while the coating is designed to improve smooth passage and reduce tissue sawing and capillarity. Polyglactin 910 is absorbed through hydrolysis, providing temporary wound support before gradual loss of tensile strength and mass. The product can be supplied in multiple suture sizes, needle geometries and lengths according to the intended veterinary procedure and project requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} |
| Key Features |
- Synthetic absorbable material: Polyglactin 910 provides temporary support without requiring routine removal of buried suture material.
- Braided multifilament structure: supports handling, flexibility and controlled knot tying during veterinary surgery.
- Coated surface: improves smoothness and sliding characteristics while helping limit tissue sawing and capillarity.
- Predictable hydrolytic absorption: the polymer gradually breaks down through hydrolysis after implantation.
- Low tissue reaction: Polyglactin 910 is designed for controlled tissue response during the absorption period.
- High handling convenience: the braided construction is suitable for procedures requiring practical needle and thread manipulation.
- Secure knot performance: the multifilament structure supports reliable knot formation when properly handled.
- Violet identification: dyed configurations provide clear visual identification during surgical handling.
- Multiple suture gauges: a broad range of USP sizes can be supplied according to tissue and procedure requirements.
- Multiple needle options: reverse-cutting and taper-point needle configurations are available in different geometries.
- Professional sterile packaging: individual sterile configurations support controlled surgical preparation and inventory management.
- OEM flexibility: suture size, needle combination, thread length, color, packaging and labeling can be customized according to project requirements.
The reference veterinary PGLA range describes limited sawing effect, low tissue reaction and limited capillarity, while other professional Polyglactin 910 manufacturers identify braided/coated construction and predictable hydrolytic absorption as key characteristics. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Structural Components |
- Polyglactin 910 suture core: synthetic absorbable copolymer forming the main load-bearing thread structure.
- Braided multifilament body: multiple filaments are braided to provide flexibility and practical handling.
- Surface coating: a lubricating coating is applied to improve smooth passage and handling characteristics.
- Attached surgical needle: selected configurations combine the suture with a pre-attached stainless-steel surgical needle.
- Needle point: reverse-cutting or taper-point designs can be selected according to tissue type and surgical technique.
- Needle curvature: common configurations include 3/8-circle and 1/2-circle geometries.
- Sterile primary package: protects the prepared suture and needle assembly until use.
- Optional reel or cassette: long-length, non-needled versions can be supplied in dispenser reel or cassette formats.
The reference PGLA range specifies a braided and coated Polyglactin 910 structure, with attached needles in reverse-cutting and taper configurations and long-length reel or cassette options. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} |
| Working Principle / Structural Principle |
During surgery, the needle guides the Polyglactin 910 thread through the selected tissue layers, while the braided suture provides temporary mechanical approximation. The coated surface is designed to reduce friction during passage and limit the sawing effect associated with an uncoated braided thread. After implantation, the Polyglactin 910 polymer gradually undergoes hydrolytic degradation. Tensile strength decreases progressively before the suture mass is absorbed, allowing the material to provide temporary wound support during the healing period. The exact suture size, needle point, tissue layer and surgical technique should be selected by qualified veterinary professionals according to the animal, procedure and clinical requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} |
| Technical Specifications |
| Material |
Polyglactin 910 synthetic absorbable suture |
| Construction |
Braided multifilament, coated |
| Absorption Mechanism |
Hydrolysis |
| Absorption Period |
Approximately 56–70 days for the referenced PGLA configuration |
| Wound Support |
Approximately 35 days for the referenced veterinary PGLA configuration |
| Color |
Violet; undyed configuration available upon request |
| USP Sizes |
Referenced range: USP 6/0 to USP 2; other sizes available according to project requirements |
| EP Sizes |
Referenced range: EP 0.7 to EP 5 |
| Standard Thread Length |
45 cm or 90 cm in referenced needle-attached configurations |
| Long-Length Options |
250 cm dispenser reel; 15 m or 25 m cassette options in referenced configurations |
| Needle Curvature |
3/8 circle or 1/2 circle, depending on selected configuration |
| Needle Point |
Reverse cutting or taper point configurations available |
| Referenced Needle Lengths |
Approximately 13–48 mm depending on suture size and needle configuration |
| Sterility |
Sterile configuration |
| Shelf Life |
5 years for the referenced packaged suture range; exact shelf life available upon request |
| Packaging |
Individual sterile packaging, dispenser reel or cassette according to configuration |
| OEM / Private Label |
Available according to project requirements |
The listed dimensions and configurations are based on the referenced veterinary PGLA range. Final specifications for SHEWUYOU products should be confirmed against the selected SKU and manufacturing configuration. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} |
| Applications |
- General veterinary surgery: suitable for selected soft-tissue suturing and ligation procedures.
- Muscle closure: applicable to appropriate veterinary procedures involving muscle tissue.
- Aponeurosis repair: designed for selected suturing and ligation applications involving aponeurotic tissue.
- Soft-tissue approximation: useful where temporary absorbable wound support is required.
- Hemostasis ligation: can be used for appropriate ligation procedures under veterinary supervision.
- Companion animal surgery: suitable for selected surgical procedures in dogs, cats and other small animals.
- Farm animal veterinary care: applicable to appropriate surgical procedures involving livestock when selected by qualified veterinary personnel.
- Commercial pig farm veterinary programs: may support surgical treatment workflows where absorbable sutures are clinically indicated.
- Breeding and livestock operations: suitable for veterinary surgical supply programs requiring standardized sterile absorbable suture products.
- Veterinary clinics and hospitals: supports routine surgical inventory and procedure-specific suture selection.
- Veterinary distributors: suitable for OEM, private-label and bulk procurement programs.
The reference veterinary product identifies general surgery, muscle and aponeurosis suturing and hemostasis ligation among its indications. Specific use in livestock should be determined according to the animal species, surgical procedure and applicable veterinary protocol. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} |
| Customization Options |
For international veterinary and agricultural procurement, Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture can be configured according to procedure requirements, animal species and destination-market specifications. Customizable options may include USP/EP suture size, thread length, violet or undyed color, reverse-cutting or taper-point needle, needle curvature, needle length, needle-to-thread combination, long-length reel or cassette format, sterile primary packaging, carton quantity, product labeling, barcode, private-label artwork and OEM branding. Needle and thread combinations can be selected according to the intended tissue and surgical technique. Availability is subject to the confirmed product configuration and project requirements. |
| Installation & Maintenance |
Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture does not require mechanical installation. It is prepared and used directly during the surgical procedure:
- Check the sterile package, suture and needle for visible damage before opening.
- Confirm the selected suture gauge, needle type and length are appropriate for the planned procedure.
- Open the sterile package using appropriate aseptic technique.
- Handle the needle and suture with suitable surgical instruments to avoid unnecessary damage to the braided thread.
- Pass the needle through the selected tissue layers according to the veterinary surgical technique.
- Approximate the tissue and form secure knots appropriate to the suture material and procedure.
- Maintain appropriate tension and avoid excessive crushing or abrasion of the suture during handling.
- Dispose of used needles and suture materials according to applicable veterinary sharps and clinical-waste procedures.
The product is supplied sterile and intended for professional surgical use. It does not require routine cleaning, lubrication or repair. Unused sutures should remain in their original packaging and be stored according to the confirmed product labeling and applicable regulatory requirements. |
| Project Cases |
Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture can be incorporated into veterinary supply programs for commercial pig farms, livestock breeding operations, veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, agricultural service companies and veterinary distributors. For multi-site livestock projects, standardized suture gauges and needle combinations can be specified for recurring surgical workflows, while packaging, labeling, carton quantities and private-label requirements can be adapted for local procurement systems. Long-length reel and cassette configurations can also be considered for veterinary practices requiring non-needled suture material. |
| Product FAQ |
Q: What is Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture?
A: It is a sterile, synthetic, absorbable surgical suture made from Polyglactin 910 and supplied in a braided and coated construction.
Q: Is Polyglactin 910 absorbable?
A: Yes. Polyglactin 910 is a synthetic absorbable material that gradually degrades through hydrolysis after implantation. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Q: How long does the referenced PGLA suture take to absorb?
A: The referenced veterinary PGLA product states that absorption is essentially complete in approximately 56–70 days. Actual performance depends on the confirmed product specification and clinical conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Q: What tissues can it be used for?
A: The reference product lists general surgery, muscles, aponeuroses and hemostasis ligation. The appropriate suture should always be selected by a qualified veterinary professional for the specific tissue and procedure. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Q: Is the suture braided or monofilament?
A: Polyglactin 910 Veterinary Suture is supplied as a braided multifilament suture. The braided structure is coated to improve handling and surface characteristics.
Q: What colors are available?
A: Violet is a documented configuration. Undyed or other configurations can be supplied according to project requirements and confirmed manufacturing specifications.
Q: What USP sizes are available?
A: The referenced veterinary PGLA range covers USP 6/0 through USP 2, with multiple EP sizes. Other sizes may be available upon request. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Q: Can the needle type be customized?
A: Yes. Reverse-cutting and taper-point configurations, different needle curvatures and different needle lengths can be selected according to the surgical application.
Q: Can the product be supplied without a needle?
A: Yes. Long-length dispenser reels and cassette formats without needles are documented in the referenced veterinary PGLA range. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Q: Can OEM and private-label orders be supported?
A: Yes. Suture size, needle combination, thread length, packaging, labeling and branding can be customized according to project requirements.
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