Catgut Chromic Suture is an absorbable, sterile surgical suture made from purified connective tissue (mostly collagen) derived from the submucosal fibrous layer of healthy sheep intestines. Treated with chromic salts, it provides greater resistance to absorption, ensuring prolonged wound support.
Catgut Chromic Suture
Catgut Chromic Suture
Absorbable Surgical Suture U.S.P.
Sterile, Synthetic Surgical Suture
Sterile, Synthetic Surgical Suture
Key Benefits꞉
- Strong Knot Security – Reliable wound closure
- Enhanced Absorption Resistance – Delayed enzymatic breakdown
- Superior Tensile Strength – Retains strength for 14‑21 days
- Natural Absorption – Fully degrades in 90‑120 days
Applications:
- Uterus Closure
- Episiotomy Repair
- Soft Tissue Approximation
- Fast‑Healing Tissues/Muscles
Specifications꞉
- Type꞉ Twisted, Absorbable
- Composition꞉ Catgut Chromic
- Color꞉ Brown
- Strength Retention꞉ 14‑21 days
- Absorption꞉ 90‑120 days via enzymatic reaction
- Sterilization꞉ Ethylene Oxide (EO)
- Shelf Life꞉ 5 years
- Packaging꞉ Aluminum foil packs (with/without needles)
- Needle Types꞉ Round‑bodied, cutting edge, taper point, straight, blunt point