PGA - 9175 - Polyglycolic Acid Surgical Suture

MEDIPAC S.A. · #9175

PGA (Polyglycolic Acid) is a synthetic braided absorbable sterile surgical suture, composed of a homopolymer of glycolic acid, and is provided coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate. The suture is available in a wide range of diameter – length combinations attached to high-quality medical grade stainless steel needles of different sizes and types. PGA suture meets all requirements established by the European Pharmacopeia for sterile Synthetic Absorbable Braided Sutures and complies with the General Safety and Performance Requirements of the Regulation (EU) 2017/745.

Product Information

ManufacturerMEDIPAC S.A.
TypeSynthetic / Absorbable / Braided / Coated
ColorViolet
Length75 cm
Barcode5206913005377
CoatingPolycaprolactone and calcium stearate
QuantitySingle
CompositionPolyglycolic Acid (PGA)
Needle size40 mm
Needle typeRound Bodied
Thread Size0 USP (3.5 metric)
Coloring OptionsViolet, Undyed
Needle Sizes Range10 mm to 90 mm
Thread Sizes RangeUSP 7/0 to 2 (EP 0.5 to 5.0)
Needle configuration1/2 circle