CARESYN RAPID® POLYGLYCOLIC ACID (R)

PRODUCT INFORMATION

COMPOSITION

100% polyglycolic Acid

COATING

Poly(epsilon-caprolactone)
Calcium stearate

STRUCTURE – COLOR

Multifilament
Undyed

WOUND SUPPORT

7 -10 days

TOTAL ABSORPTION

42 days

RETENTION STRENGTH

40-50% @ 1 weeks

USP SIZES

6/0 – 1

KNOT-PULL TENSILE STRENGTH

Exceed USP requirements (USP)

SUTURE LENGTH

45 cm
75 cm, 90 cm

STERILISATION

EO
(Ethylene Oxide)

PACKAGING

Aluminum Foil
Box 12 | 36 pcs

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

COMPOSITION:

CARESYN® RAPID is a multifilament, braided, sterile synthetic absorbable surgical suture composed of 100% Polyglycolic Acid, coated with a copolymer of Poly(epsilon-caprolactone) and Calcium stearate. The suture is available undyed in the natural beige color.

Polyglycolic Acid is also named as PGA.

CHARACTERISTICS:

CARESYN® RAPID provides wound support for 7-10 days. Complete absorption is accomplished by hydrolysis within 42 days.

  • High tensile strength, exceeding USP requirements.
  • AISI 300 series stainless steel (for sutures with attached needles).
  • Ease of handling, smooth passage through tissue.

INDICATIONS:

CARESYN® RAPID – Polyglycolic Acid (fast absorbing) Surgical Sutures are indicated for use in superficial soft tissue approximation of the skin and mucosa, where only short-term wound support (7-10 days) is required, but not for use in ligation, ophthalmic, cardiovascular, or neurological procedures.

(A mild inflammatory reaction may occur, which is typical of an endogenous reaction to foreign bodies)

NOTICE:

Sterilized by Ethylene Oxide (EO). Do not re-sterilize | reuse. Do not use if package is opened or damaged

STORAGE:

Recommended storage conditions below 25⁰C, away from moisture and direct heat. Do not use after the expiry date. Shelf life: 5 years from the date of manufacturing.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

No. CPT Code
CARESYN RAPID
Competitor Code
SAFIL QUICK
Suture Type USP
Size
Suture
Length (cm)
Needle Shape Needle
Length (mm)
Circle How
Supplied
1 GAR07A13 C1046001 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 6/0 75 Taper Point 13 1/2 Box / 12 pcs
2 GAR10A17 C0046012 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 5/0 75 Taper Point 17 1/2 Box / 36 pcs
3 GAR10E16 C1046212 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 5/0 75 Reverse Cutting 16 3/8 Box / 36 pcs
4 GAR15E19 C1046420
C0046420
Polyglycolic Acid (R) 4/0 75 Reverse Cutting 19 3/8 Box / 36 pcs
5 GAR20E19 C1046421 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 3/0 75 Reverse Cutting 19 3/8 Box / 36 pcs
6 GAR20E24L45 C0046535 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 3/0 45 Reverse Cutting 24 3/8 Box / 36 pcs
7 GAR20E24 C1046235 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 3/0 75 Reverse Cutting 24 3/8 Box / 36 pcs
8 GAR20A26 C0046041
C1046041
Polyglycolic Acid (R) 3/0 75 Taper Point 26 1/2 Box / 36 pcs
9 GAR30A30 C1046047 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 2/0 75 Taper Point 30 1/2 Box / 36 pcs
10 GAR30A37L90 C1046595
C0046595
Polyglycolic Acid (R) 2/0 90 Taper Point 37 1/2 Box / 36 pcs
11 GAR30P37L90 C1046651
C0046651
Polyglycolic Acid (R) 2/0 90 Trocar 37 1/2 Box / 36 pcs
12 GAR40A40L90 C1046557 Polyglycolic Acid (R) 1 90 Taper Point 40 1/2 Box / 36 pcs