McKesson Polyglycolic Acid Absorbable Suture with P-13 Precision Reverse Cutting Needle, 4-0, 18 Inch, (BX/12EA)
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Product Details
McKesson Polyglycolic Acid Absorbable Suture with P-13 Precision Reverse Cutting Needle, 4-0, 18 Inch, BX/12EA provides a synthetic absorbable option for professional soft-tissue approximation and ligation. Its undyed braided polyglycolic acid construction features a smooth, low-friction coating designed to help reduce tissue drag during placement.
Each 18-inch suture is attached to one 13 mm alloy P-13 needle featuring a 3/8-circle curvature and precision reverse-cutting point. The product is sterile, single use and packaged 12 sutures per box.
Key Features
| Absorbable Construction | Needle Configuration | Procedure-Ready Packaging |
| Braided polyglycolic acid | P-13 needle code | Sterile configuration |
| Undyed synthetic material | 13 mm needle length | Individually packaged |
| Size 4-0 | 3/8-circle curvature | Single-use product |
| Smooth low-friction coating | Precision reverse-cutting point | 12 sutures per box |
Specifications
| Attribute | Details | Attribute | Details |
| Brand | McKesson | Manufacturer | McKesson Brand |
| MPN | SJ494GX | Product Type | Absorbable Suture with Needle |
| Suture Material | Polyglycolic Acid | Suture Type | Braided |
| Suture Size | 4-0 | Suture Color | Undyed |
| Suture Length | 18 Inches | Coating | Coated |
| Needle Code | P-13 | Needle Length | 13 mm |
| Needle Shape | 3/8 Circle | Needle Type | Precision Reverse Cutting |
| Needle Material | Alloy | Number of Needles | 1 |
| Number of Strands | 12-Strand | Sterility | Sterile |
| Usage | Single Use | Natural Rubber Latex | Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex |
| Tensile Strength Retention | Approx. 50% at 2 Weeks; 20% at 3 Weeks | Application | Soft-Tissue Approximation / Ligation |
| BAA Compliant | No | TAA Compliant | No |
| UNSPSC | 42312201 | Country of Origin | Not Verified |
| Packaging | BX/12EA | Minimum Selling Unit | BX |
| Quantity per Box | 12 Sutures | Authorized EA Sales | No |
The structured specifications identify SJ494GX as an undyed, coated, braided polyglycolic acid 4-0 suture with an 18-inch strand and one 13 mm P-13 3/8-circle precision reverse-cutting needle.
Internal Specification Note: One descriptive feature line in the product data references “monofilament,” which conflicts with the structured specification and product title identifying the product as braided. Use Braided for the published listing unless updated manufacturer documentation establishes otherwise.
Warnings
| Professional Use | Sterility and Handling | Needle and Suture Safety |
| Intended for use by appropriately trained healthcare professionals | Do not use if the sterile package is open, damaged or compromised | Handle the surgical needle carefully to reduce needlestick injury |
| Select the appropriate suture size and needle configuration for the tissue and procedure | Single-use product; do not reuse, reprocess or resterilize | Dispose of the needle and used suture in an approved sharps container |
| Follow applicable clinical protocols and instructions for use | Verify expiration dating before use | Inspect the needle and suture for damage before placement |
| Apply knots and tension according to accepted surgical technique | Maintain sterile technique during opening and use | Do not use if the needle is bent, damaged or separated from the suture |
| Consider the expected absorption and strength-retention profile when selecting closure material | Store unopened packages according to labeled conditions | Evaluate product suitability for the intended tissue and procedure. |
Specifications
- SterilitySterile
- Single PatientYes
- Autoclave ReadyNo
