Y397H: 2-0 Monocryl CTX 36"
Monofilament, absorbable poliglecaprone 25 suture. Typically used for subcuticular closure, soft tissue approximation and ligation.
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Specs
- Product code
- Y397H
- Brand
- Monocryl
- Material
- Poliglecaprone 25
- Structure
- Monofilament
- Size (USP)
- 2-0 (size chart)
- Length
- 36"
- Needle
- CTX
- Color
- Violet
- Packs per box
- 36
- Absorbed
- 91–119 days
- Strength
- Undyed: 50–60% at 1 week, 20–30% at 2 weeks. Dyed: 60–70% at 1 week, 30–40% at 2 weeks. None left by 28 days
Smooth and slides through tissue easily, which makes it a favorite for running subcuticular closures. Not for fascia or abdominal closure.
Other 2-0 Monocryl codes
MCP945 CT-1 · Y227H MH · Y266H CP-1 · Y317H SH · Y333H CT-2 · Y345H CT-1 · Y351H CT · Y357H CT · Y377H UR-5 · Y417 SH
Same size and needle, other materials
J363H Vicryl · J369H Vicryl · J979H Vicryl · VCP723D Vicryl
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Sources
- Ethicon Suture Chart (J&J MedTech)
- Ethicon Absorbable and Non-Absorbable Sutures chart, US
- Ethicon Wound Closure Manual
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