Catgut Sutures – Natural Absorbable by Code

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Overview
Catgut Sutures are natural absorbable sutures derived from purified collagen, designed for effective wound closure in both veterinary and medical procedures. These sutures provide good handling and knot security with reliable absorption, making them suitable for soft tissue approximation. Supplied in boxes of 12 sutures, this product is ordered by code, allowing clinicians to quickly and accurately select the required size and needle configuration.

Key Features
Natural absorbable suture (collagen-based). Good handling and knot security. Reliable absorption via enzymatic degradation. Moderate tensile strength. Smooth tissue passage. Sterile, individually packed. Supplied in boxes of 12. Ordered by product code for accuracy. Suitable for veterinary and human medical use.

Clinical Benefits
Catgut sutures are widely used for their natural absorbability and ease of handling. They are particularly useful in procedures where gradual absorption is desired. Their pliability allows for secure knot tying, making them suitable for a variety of routine surgical applications. Ordering by code improves efficiency and reduces selection errors in busy clinical environments.

Applications
General surgery. Veterinary surgical procedures. Soft tissue approximation. Ligatures. Subcutaneous suturing. Obstetric and gynaecological procedures.

Specifications
Material: Natural collagen (Catgut). Structure: Twisted natural fibre. Absorption: Enzymatic (approximately 7–10 days for plain, longer for chromic). Tensile strength retention: Short-term. Sterility: Sterile, single-use. Colour: Natural (plain) or brown (chromic). Packaging: Box of 12 sutures.

Ordering Information
Please select the required product using the suture code provided. Each code corresponds to a specific size, needle type, and configuration, ensuring precise and efficient ordering.

Why Choose Catgut Sutures?
Trusted by professionals across South Africa, catgut sutures offer a cost-effective and reliable option for absorbable wound closure, particularly in routine and short-term healing applications.