The Ethicon 8702H is a specific type of suture produced by Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson and a leading manufacturer of surgical sutures and other medical devices. The product you mentioned, "7-0 Prolene Suture," refers to a specific size and type of suture.
Here are some key details about the Ethicon 8702H 7-0 Prolene Suture:
Suture Material: Prolene is the brand name for a synthetic, non-absorbable monofilament suture material made of polypropylene. Monofilament sutures like Prolene are smooth and reduce tissue drag, making them suitable for various surgical applications.
Size: The "7-0" designation indicates the size of the suture. In this case, it is a very fine suture. Suture sizes are denoted numerically, with smaller numbers indicating larger sizes.
Color: The "blue" in "blue monofilament" indicates the color of the suture. Suture colors are used to enhance visibility during surgery.
Non-Absorbable: Prolene sutures are non-absorbable, meaning they do not break down or dissolve over time. This characteristic makes them suitable for applications where long-term tissue support is required.
Indications: Prolene sutures are commonly used in various surgical procedures, including cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and plastic surgery. The choice of suture material and size depends on the specific requirements of the surgical procedure.
Ethicon is a well-known brand that produces a variety of medical products, including surgical sutures. Vicryl is one of the types of sutures offered by Ethicon. Vicryl sutures are composed of a synthetic material called polyglactin, which is a copolymer of glycolide and lactide. These sutures are absorbable, meaning they are designed to be broken down by the body over time, eliminating the need for suture removal.
Vicryl sutures are commonly used in a wide range of surgical procedures, including general surgery, gynecology, urology, and more. They are known for their flexibility, ease of handling, and the fact that they do not require removal since they are absorbed by the body.
Covidien ABSTACK30 Absorbatack Fixation Device is an absorbable tack fixation device, for use in laparoscopic hernia repair.
The NEW AbsorbaTack (ABSTACK30X) fixation device for laparoscopic hernia repair continues to deploy tacks when the shaft is flexed over 3 cm.
Covidien ABSTACK30 Absorbatack Fixation Device Features
Designed with patient comfort in mind
No metal required for fixation
Supports a minimally invasive approach through 5 mm shaft and easy-to-use design
Fixation strength
Provides strong temporary mesh fixation, with retention strength comparable to the â??gold standardâ?? ProTackâ?¢ fixation device at 1 week and 2 months in an animal model1
Peace of mind
Reduces the likelihood of inadvertent needle sticks in the OR, since no sharp piloting needles are required for deployment
Potentially fewer visceral attachments than permanent tack fixation1
Violet tack with black-dot visualization feature to optimize visibility
In Perfect sealed condition but past expiration date. Not for human use in the US.
Expiration dates have mostly to do with sterilization and not the integrity of the product. The manufacturers sterilize the products after they are packaged and it lasts so many years. The only products we caution customers about are ones that are absorbable or drug coated.
The Bard Ventralex Hernia Patch with Strap is a medical device used for hernia repair. Bard, now a part of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), is a well-known company that produces a variety of medical devices, including products for hernia repair.
Here are some general features and considerations for the Bard Ventralex Hernia Patch with Strap:
Hernia Repair: The device is designed for use in hernia repair surgeries. Hernias occur when an organ or tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue.
Mesh Material: The hernia patch typically consists of a mesh material. Meshes used in hernia repair are often made of synthetic materials like polypropylene.
Strap: The strap component is an additional feature that may be designed to help secure the mesh in place during the surgical procedure.
Placement: Surgeons use the hernia patch to reinforce the weakened area of the abdominal wall, reducing the risk of hernia recurrence.
Minimally Invasive Techniques: In some cases, the hernia patch may be used in minimally invasive or laparoscopic hernia repair procedures.
Kubba Tactical Knee Pads
Function:
The knee joint is fixed, which improves the stability and strength of the knee, reduces the burden of the knee ligament when raising the leg and jumping, and enhances the protection of the knee ligament, with good air permeability and comfortable wearing feeling.
Specification for elbow pads:
Plastic protective block: PVC,
Fabric: 600D Oxford cloth,
Buffer layer: 15mm thick EVA foam sheet
Lining: Mesh
Army green color, with embroidered  Kubba  logo
6.Impact resistance: withstand the impact of 120 kinetic energy
Structure: The plastic protective block is to resist hits and collisions and disperse the impact force. The middle foam absorbs impact energy
Suitable environment temperature: -20~+55
Weight: 0.18kg/ pair
Specification for knee pads:
Plastic protective block: PVC,
Fabric: 600D Oxford cloth,
Buffer layer: 15mm thick EVA foam sheet,
Lining: Mesh
Army green color, with embroidered  Kubba  logo
Impact resistance: withstand the impact of 120 kinetic energy
Structure: The plastic protective block is to resist hits and collisions and disperse the impact force. The middle foam absorbs impact energy
Suitable environment temperature: -20~+55
Weight: 0.25kg/pair
ADVALENE Suture is non-absorbable, sterile surgical suture composed of an isotactic crystalline stereoisomer of polypropylene. The suture is coloured blue to enhance visibility.
The advanced extrusion process of the polypropylene molecule gives ADVALENE:
ADVALENE Suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximating and/or ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic procedures, and neurological procedures.
ADVALENE Suture complies with united state pharmacopeia requirement for Non- absorbable surgical suture.
ADVALENE Suture elicit a minimal inflammatory reaction in tissue, which is followed by gradual encapsulation of the suture by fibrous connective tissue. ADVALENE Suture is not absorbed, nor is they subject to degradation or weakening by the action of tissue enzymes.
As a monofilament, ADVALENE Suture is inert, resist involvement in infection and have been successfully employed in contaminated and infected wounds to eliminate or minimize later sinus formation and suture extrusion.
Furthermore, the lack of adherence to the tissues has facilitated the use of ADVALENE Suture as a pull-out suture.
ADVAPD Suture is synthetic absorbable sterile surgical suture composed of a copolymer made from polyester and Polydioxanone.
The advanced extrusion process of the molecule of Polydioxanone gives ADVAPD:
ADVAPD Suture is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation, including use in pediatric cardiovascular tissue where growth is expected to occur and ophthalmic surgery. PDS II Suture is not indicated in adult cardiovascular surgery, microsurgery and neural tissue.
ADVAPD Suture is particularly useful where the combination of an absorbable suture and extended wound support (up to six weeks) is desirable.
ADVAPD Suture, being absorbable, is not to be used where prolonged (beyond six weeks) approximation of tissues under stress is required and is not to be used in conjunction with prosthetic devices (i.e. heart valves or synthetic grafts). Suture absorption occurs by means of hydrolysis. Absorption begins as a loss of tensile strength followed by a loss of mass.
