Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
The Covidien Maxon SMM-5042 is an absorbable suture with a needle, designed for precision in surgical applications. Made from polyglyconate monofilament, this suture offers excellent tensile strength and smooth passage through tissue. The P-12 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle ensures controlled penetration and reduced tissue trauma, making it ideal for fine suturing.
Features:
- Absorbable Material: Polyglyconate monofilament provides reliable wound support with gradual absorption.
- Precision Needle: P-12 reverse cutting needle (19 mm length) enhances accuracy in delicate procedures.
- 3/8 Circle Needle Shape: Optimized for confined surgical spaces.
- Uncoated Suture: Ensures smooth handling without additional coatings.
- Sterile & Single-Use: Designed for one-time use in medical settings.
Specifications:
- Size: 5-0
- Needle Type: Precision reverse cutting
- Needle Length: 19 mm
- Needle Shape: 3/8 circle
- Coating: Uncoated
- Quantity: 36 sutures per box
Use Suggestion:
This suture is well-suited for ophthalmic, plastic, and cardiovascular surgeries, where fine, precise suturing is required. Its monofilament structure minimizes tissue reaction, making it a preferred choice for subcuticular closures and other delicate tissue approximation. Always follow aseptic techniques and surgeon preference when selecting sutures.
