Covidien 8886645561 - Absorbable Suture with Needle Maxon™ Polyglyconate H10290 5/8 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 0 Monofilament - 36/Box
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are prepared from polyglyconate, a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue, where growth is expected to occur, and in peripheral vascular surgery
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are not indicated for use in adult cardiovascular tissue, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery and neural tissues
This product can be found in our Wound Care -> Wound Closure -> Sutures with Needles section.
- SKU
- 100-954239BX
Description / Covidien 8886645561 - Absorbable Suture with Needle Maxon™ Polyglyconate H10290 5/8 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 0 Monofilament - 36/Box
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are prepared from polyglyconate, a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue, where growth is expected to occur, and in peripheral vascular surgery
- MAXON™ and MAXON™ CV synthetic absorbable sutures are not indicated for use in adult cardiovascular tissue, ophthalmic surgery, microsurgery and neural tissues
- MAXON™ sutures retain approximately 75% of initial tensile strength at two weeks, 65% of at three weeks and 50% at four weeks post-implant
- Absorption of MAXON™ sutures is minimal until about 60 days after implant and is essentially complete within six months
More Information
| Unit Of Measure | Box |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Unknown |
| Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant | No |
| Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant | No |
| UNSPSC Code | 42312201 |
| Product Notice | Returns may require restocking fee |
| Manufacturer Name | Covidien |
| Manufacturer Number | 8886645561 |
| Application | Absorbable Suture with Needle |
| Brand Or Series | Maxon™ |
| Qty Per Unit of Measure | 36 |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Coating | Uncoated |
| Needle Material | Alloy Needle |
| Suture Material | Polyglyconate |
| Needle Length | 27 mm |
| Number Of Needles | 1-Needle |
| Number Of Strands | 36-Strand |
| Suture Length | 18 Inch Suture |
| Needle Shape | 5/8 Circle |
| Needle Type | Taper Point Needle |
| Suture Color | Green |
| Suture Type | Monofilament |
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- Closure strips and butterfly bandages: 3M Steri-Strip skin closure strips, including antimicrobial and Nexcare breathable styles, plus Leukostrip, Dynarex butterfly closure strips, and McKesson reinforced and non-reinforced closure strips. Sterile and non-sterile options are available.
- Sutures: absorbable and non-absorbable sutures with needles, including Vicryl, Chromic, Ethilon, and Perma-Hand from J&J Healthcare Systems, and sutures from Covidien, Surgical Specialties, and McKesson Brand.
- Staplers and removers: skin staplers such as Appose, plus staple removers and suture removal kits.
- Skin adhesives: topical skin adhesives, including Dermabond Advanced and McKesson LiquiBand.
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- Closure strips: check sterile or non-sterile, width and length, whether the strip is reinforced, and how many strips come in the pack.
- Sutures: check the material, size, needle type, and needle length on the product page. Sutures, staplers, and skin adhesives are intended for use by licensed clinicians.
- Quantity: most items are sold by the box and by the case.
What are Steri-Strips?
Steri-Strip is a well-known brand of adhesive skin closure strip made by 3M. We also carry closure strips from other manufacturers.
What is the difference between a butterfly bandage and a closure strip?
A butterfly bandage is a single narrow strip shaped to pull a small cut together. Closure strips usually come as several strips on a card and are applied in a row across a wound.
Are these sterile?
Many are. The product page states sterile or non-sterile for each item.