Product Overview Product feature summary

Polyglycolic Acid (PGA) is a synthetic, absorbable, sterile surgical suture composed of braided Polyglycolic Acid and is available undyed. The suture is coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate. PGA is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures.

Features & Benefits:

• • Braided for easy handling and secure knot tying
• • Coated for smooth passage through tissue and easy knot tie down
• • Synthetic material for minimal tissue reaction
• • Absorbable by hydrolysis

Specifications Product specifications and dimensions

• Absorbability
  Absorbable
• Brand
  Maxima
• Coated
  Coated
• Color
  Undyed
• Construction
  Braid
• Item
  Suture
• Material
  Polyglycolic Acid
• Needle Code
  NP-3
• Needle Curvature
  3/8 Circle Needle
• Needle Length
  13mm
• Needle Type
  Reverse Cutting
• Quantity
  12/Box
• Sterile/Non-Sterile
  Sterile
• Suture Length
  1-18"
• Suture Size
  5-0

Catalog Description As seen in our print catalog

Maxima Sutures are a high-quality, value-priced product compared to the leading suture brands. Ideal for procedures where suture quality is critical.