Polyglycolic Acid Rapid (PGAR) Sutures
Polyglycolic acid (PGA) sutures have been widely used in surgical procedures for over 40 years. However, recent advancements in technology have led to the development of PGAR sutures, which have superior properties compared to traditional PGA sutures. PGAR sutures are made from a copolymer of glycolide and lactide, which provides several benefits, including rigidity, flexibility, and faster absorption. This makes them an attractive choice for many surgical procedures.
Properties of PGAR Sutures
PGAR sutures are rapidly absorbable, meaning that they degrade over a shorter period than other types of sutures, like PGA, and are completely absorbed by the body within 42 days. This makes them a safe option for surgical procedures because they don't require removal. PGAR sutures are also flexible, which means they can conform to the contours of the tissues they are holding together. This makes them ideal for use in procedures where the sutures need to conform to the body's anatomy.
Additionally, PGAR sutures have a tensile strength that is stronger than traditional PGA sutures. The tensile strength is essential because it determines the sutures' ability to hold tissues together, ensuring that the incision remains closed until the tissue heals completely.
Benefits of PGAR Sutures
1. Faster Wound Closure
PGAR sutures have been shown to provide faster wound closure compared to other sutures. Studies have shown that PGAR sutures close incisions faster than traditional sutures, which leads to shorter recovery times for patients. This attribute is particularly advantageous in plastic surgery and wound healing.
2. Reduced Risk of Infection
PGAR sutures degrade into lactic and glycolic acids, which are easily metabolized by the body. These acids do not cause an inflammatory reaction, reducing the risk of infection. PGAR sutures' biocompatible nature also reduces the occurrence of allergic reactions, allowing for safe usage in a wide range of patients.
3. Easy Handling
The flexible nature of PGAR sutures makes them easy to handle in surgical procedures. They are adaptable to the contours of the tissue, making them ideal for complex surgical procedures. They also don't require specialized instruments for placement or removal, allowing for easier usage by healthcare professionals.
4. Environmentally Friendly
PGAR sutures are eco-friendly, as the copolymers that they are made from can easily be broken down in the body. This attribute reduces the potential negative effects on the environment that are associated with non-biodegradable sutures.
Applications of PGAR Sutures
PGAR sutures are ideal for a variety of surgical procedures, including:
1. Plastic Surgery
PGAR sutures are commonly used for plastic surgery procedures because they lead to faster wound healing times.
2. Wound Closure
PGAR sutures can be used in wound closure because they are absorbable, flexible, and have a high tensile strength. This makes them ideal for use in pediatric surgery and other delicate surgical procedures.
3. Gynecologic Surgery
PGAR sutures are also suitable for gynecologic surgery procedures, including hysterectomy, because they are flexible, easy to handle, and have a higher tensile strength.
Conclusion
PGAR sutures are rapidly absorbable, flexible, and have a high tensile strength, making them an attractive choice for many surgical procedures. These sutures provide multiple benefits, including faster wound closure, reduced risk of infection, easy handling, and an eco-friendly profile. PGAR sutures are ideal for use in plastic surgery, wound closure, and gynecologic surgery. With PGAR sutures, you can be confident that you are using the latest, innovative products in surgical procedures.
Overview
Quick Details
Place of Origin:Jiangsu,China
Brand Name:Susmed
Disinfecting Type:Ultrasonic
Properties:Medical Adhesive & Suture Material
Size:USP 8/0 - 2
Shelf Life:3 years
Material:POLYESTER / NYLON
Quality Certification:ce
Instrument classification:Class II
Safety standard:EN 149 -2001+A1-2009
Product name:Disposable sterile surgical polyglycolic acid rapid PGAR suture
Standard:CE ISO USP EN
Needle:With single/double needle or wothout needle
Color:undyed
Price:manufacturer price
Popular:Hot sale
Quality:Good quality
OEM:OK
Origin:China
Supply Ability
Supply Ability:99000000 Piece/Pieces per Month
Packaging & Delivery
Packaging Details:Disposable sterile surgical polyglycolic acid rapid PGAR suture package: 1 pc/Individual aluminum sealed foil, 12 pcs/box, 600 pcs/carton, carton size:280x270x330mm, carton G.w./N.w.:4/3 kgs.
Port:Shanghai China
Disposable sterile surgical polyglycolic acid rapid PGAR suture
Product Description
* Can meet: CE ISO USP EN standards;
* Synthetic, absorbable, multifilament braided suture, undyed;
* The tissue reactivity in microscope form is minimal;
* Absorption occurs through progressive hydrolytic action completed at 42 days;
* Frequently used in tissues that have a short cicatrisation period;
* Sterilization: By E. O. Gas (or By Gamma Radiation on request).
* Parameters:
Thread length | 45cm,,60cm ,75cm,100cm,125cm,150cm |
Thread diameter | 8/0, 7/0,6/0, 5/0, 4/0, 3/0,2/0,1/0,1, 2 |
Needle length | 6, 8, 12, 18, 22, 30, 35, 40, 50mm |
Needle curvature | Straight, 1/2 circle, 1/2 circle (double), 1/4 circle, |
Cross section | Round bodied, round bodied (heavy), curved cutting, curved cutting(heavy), Reverse cutting, reverse cutting (heavy), taper cut, micro-point spatula curved |
Company file
Founded in 2019, SUSMED is an ONESTOP medical, laboratory and Consumables supplier in YANGZHOU,China.
SUSMED engages in offering our customer onestop solutions in the medical field, supplying competitive price and top quality products to more than 200 hospitals,clinics,and universities in over 100 countries.
SUSMED is located in Yangzhou, a famous sceniccity, only 4 hours' drive from Shanghai airport. Since its establishment, the company has been committed to theR & D, production and operation of medical consumables products based on independent research and development,cooperative research and the combination of production, teaching and research mode, constantly seeking the development and innovation.
Why choose us?
- Our commitment to quality is reflected in every aspect of our business, from product design to customer support.
- We attach great importance to the quality management of our products, after-sales service and corporate brand image building work.
- We believe that communication is key to success, and we work closely with our customers to ensure that their needs are met.
- Innovation makes the future, and the development of enterprises should change with the trend, break the old and establish the new.
- Our Surgical Suture products are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and comply with all applicable regulations and standards.
- Our company's internal management focuses on the effective development and rational use of human resources.
- Our goal is to be the premier supplier of Surgical Suture products in China and beyond.
- In the future journey, we are willing to work hand in hand with you to build harmony and create brilliance.
- Our reputation for quality and reliability is second to none in the industry.
- Compared with similar products in the international market, our PGAR(Polyglycolic Acid Rapid) Sutures is competitive in price and excellent in quality.
