SMI Suture Surgicryl Rapid 3/0 with HS 17 17mm 1/2 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle 45cm (12)

SMI Suture Surgicryl Rapid 3/0 with HS 17 17mm 1/2 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle 45cm (12)
SMI Surgicryl Rapid is a rapidly absorbable, braided and coated multifilament suture made of polyglycolic acid. It’s designed for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, particularly in superficial procedures where short-term wound support is needed, such as skin and mucosal tissue adaptation.

Absorbable
Designed to be absorbed by the body over time through hydrolysis.

Braided and Coated
A braided and coated multifilament suture, providing strength and smooth tissue passage.

Material
Composed of polyglycolic acid, a synthetic, absorbable material.

Coating
The coating (polycaprolactone and calcium stearate) contributes to its smooth passage through tissue and minimises the sawing effect during suturing.

Absorption Profile
Rapidly absorbed, with approximately 50% of its tensile strength remaining after 7 days and is fully absorbed within approximately 42 days.

Tissue Reaction
Known for causing minimal tissue reaction.

Applications
Suitable for a variety of procedures, including general soft tissue approximation, skin and mucosal tissue adaptation, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, and paediatric surgery.

Tensile Strength
Maintains about 50% of its original tensile strength for approximately 7 days.

Colour
Available in both beige (undyed) and violet.

Characteristics
> High initial tensile strength, excellent tissue support
> Synthetic, minimal tissue reaction
> Breaks down by hydrolysis, predictable absorption rate, quick mass absorption
> Braided structure, excellent handling properties, high flexibility, high tensile strength and excellent knot security
> Coated multifilament, soft passage through the tissues with minimal sawing, tissue drag and trauma, good knot tie down/adjustability and reduced capillary action
> Hermetically sealed packing, guaranteed seal and product sterility