The Covidien V-Loc 180 Barbed Suture 0-0 is a barbed absorbable suture engineered for precise tissue approximation without the need for knots. This device is indicated for soft tissue approximation where the use of an absorbable suture is appropriate. It facilitates faster closure times and reduced surgery duration, making it suitable for complex surgeries, including fascial closure, subcutaneous layers, and internal soft tissues, particularly in minimally invasive or laparoscopic procedures where knot tying can be cumbersome.
Constructed from a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate, also known as polyglyconate, the V-Loc 180 suture features a unique barbed design with a dual-angle cut. This design allows for secure tissue approximation by distributing tension evenly along the wound, eliminating the necessity of tying surgical knots. The suture gradually absorbs over approximately 180 days, maintaining tensile strength during the critical healing phase.
This device is supplied as a sterile, single-use product, ensuring patient safety and preventing cross-contamination. It is inert, noncollagenous, and nonantigenic, contributing to its biocompatibility. Furthermore, the V-Loc 180 suture is latex-free, phthalates-free, PVC-free, bisphenol-free, antimicrobial substances-free, and triclosan-free.
Key Features :
Knotless barbed design for secure tissue approximation and faster wound closure.
Constructed from a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate, ensuring an inert and nonantigenic profile.
Supplied as a sterile, single-use device.
FDA 510(k) cleared and CE Marked.
