Model Number: RTMED H013 Brand Name: RTMED Key Specifications/Special Features: Surgical chromic catgut suture with needleAbsorbable surgical plain catgut suture with needlePlain catgut suture is a variant treated with plain acid saltsBrown rather than straw-colored and has improved smoothness due to the dry presentation of the thread Chromic catgut is treated with chromium salt solution to resist body enzymes and slower the absorption process thus supporting the wound for longer periodsChromic content not only increases the tensile strength, but also reduces tissue irritationFull tensile strength is extended to 18-21 daysAbsorption within 60-90 days for chromic suture Plain catgut is BSE free and produced from intestinal servos of sheepSpecialized spinning and grinding process creates a strand of uniform diameterSuture strand is then further polished to achieve maximum smoothness, for reliability and strength
Plain Catgut suture has a composition of 97 to 98% pure collagen
Resistance to tension is maintained up to 10 days
Absorption ends at 70 days

Chromic catgut can use in General closure, ophthalmic, orthopaedics, Obstetrics/gynaecology and gastro-intestinal Tract
Plain gut suture is indicated in general surgery closure, gastrointestinal tract, bondage, cuticles, pediatrics and general surgery
Indicated in all surgical procedures, especially in tissues that regenerate quickly