Poliglecaprone 25 Veterinary Suture

• Poliglecaprone 25 material: synthetic absorbable copolymer designed for mid-term wound support.
• Monofilament construction: continuous single-filament structure without braided interstices.
• Excellent glide: smooth surface facilitates controlled passage through soft tissue.
• Low capillarity: the monofilament structure minimizes fluid-wicking characteristics.
• Minimal acute tissue reaction: the referenced material is designed to produce a low initial inflammatory response.
• Progressive strength loss: tensile strength decreases before the suture mass is absorbed.
• Hydrolytic absorption: the polymer gradually breaks down through hydrolysis.
• Short-term wound support: suitable where extended permanent mechanical support is not required.
• Flexible handling: the monofilament profile is suitable for controlled surgical manipulation.
• Violet identification option: the commercial PGC range is offered in violet, while the referenced instructions also identify undyed configurations.
• Siliconized needles: Vetfire surgical needles are designed for improved tissue penetration.
• Multiple configurations: different suture sizes, thread lengths, needle curvatures and needle points are available.
• B2B customization: packaging, labeling, dimensions and OEM configurations can be adapted according to project requirements.

• Poliglecaprone 25 monofilament: the primary synthetic absorbable suture material.
• Smooth filament surface: provides low-friction tissue passage and low capillarity.
• Pre-attached surgical needle: selected configurations are supplied as needle-and-suture assemblies.
• Siliconized needle surface: designed to support smooth penetration.
• Taper-cut needle: available in selected configurations for controlled tissue entry.
• Reverse-cutting needle: available in selected configurations according to suture size and application.
• 3/8-circle and 1/2-circle geometries: provide different access options for veterinary surgical procedures.
• Sterile primary package: protects the suture and needle assembly before use.

• General soft-tissue approximation: the primary documented application for the PGC suture.
• Subcutaneous closure: suitable for selected procedures requiring absorbable support.
• Muscle and soft-tissue procedures: applicable where short- to mid-term support is appropriate.
• Skin closure: suitable for selected procedures where prolonged external suture retention is not required.
• Fragile tissue: the commercial PGC range is promoted for selected fragile-tissue applications.
• Ligature procedures: suitable for selected ligation applications according to veterinary surgical requirements.
• Companion animal surgery: suitable for selected soft-tissue procedures in dogs, cats and other animals.
• Large-animal veterinary practice: larger suture configurations can be selected according to animal size and tissue requirements.
• Livestock veterinary care: can be included in farm-animal surgical supply programs where absorbable monofilament support is clinically appropriate.
• Commercial pig farm programs: suitable for selected veterinary wound-closure procedures under professional clinical direction.
• Veterinary clinics and hospitals: suitable for sterile procedure-specific suture inventories.
• Veterinary distributors: suitable for recurring wholesale, OEM and private-label procurement.

1. Inspect the sterile package, suture and needle for visible damage before opening.
2. Confirm the suture size, thread length and needle configuration are appropriate for the planned procedure.
3. Open the sterile package using appropriate aseptic technique.
4. Handle the needle and monofilament carefully to avoid crushing, crimping or unnecessary surface damage.
5. Pass the needle through the selected tissue according to the applicable veterinary surgical technique.
6. Approximate the tissue edges and secure the suture using appropriate flat and square knot techniques.
7. Use additional knot throws when clinically appropriate for monofilament handling and knot security.
8. Avoid prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures and protect the needle point and swage area from damage.
9. Do not reuse or re-sterilize the sterile product.
10. Dispose of used needles in appropriate sharps containers and handle clinical waste according to local requirements.

Q: What is Poliglecaprone 25 Veterinary Suture?
A: It is a synthetic, sterile, absorbable monofilament suture made from a glycolide-co-caprolactone polymer for general veterinary soft-tissue approximation.

Q: Is Poliglecaprone 25 absorbable?
A: Yes. It is a synthetic absorbable monofilament. Absorption occurs progressively through hydrolysis.

Q: How long does PGC suture take to absorb?
A: The referenced PGC data indicate that absorption is essentially complete between approximately 90 and 120 days.

Q: How quickly does tensile strength decrease?
A: In the referenced implantation study, approximately 50–60% of original tensile strength remained at 7 days and approximately 20–30% at 14 days, with original tensile strength lost by approximately 21 days.

Q: Is Poliglecaprone 25 a monofilament?
A: Yes. Its single-filament structure provides smooth passage and low capillarity.

Q: What surgical applications are suitable?
A: The referenced instructions indicate general soft-tissue approximation. Specific clinical selection should be made by a qualified veterinary professional.

Q: Are there procedures where PGC should not be used?
A: The referenced instructions exclude cardiovascular and neurological tissues, microsurgery and ophthalmic surgery, and advise against applications requiring extended tissue approximation under stress, such as fascia.

Q: What needle configurations are available?
A: The referenced range includes 3/8-circle and 1/2-circle needles with taper-cut or reverse-cutting points and approximately 13–40 mm needle lengths.

Q: What thread length is available?
A: The referenced PGC range uses a 75 cm thread length. Other lengths can be supplied according to project requirements.

Q: Is the product supplied sterile?
A: Yes. The referenced PGC product is supplied sterile and sterilized by ethylene oxide. It should not be used if the package is opened or damaged.

Q: Can OEM and private-label orders be supported?
A: Yes. Suture size, thread length, needle configuration, packaging, labeling and branding can be customized according to project requirements.