SILK BLACK NON-NEEDLE

Silk Black Non-Needle Suture

Product Overview:

The Silk Black Non-Needle Suture by Meril is a natural, non-absorbable, braided surgical suture made from silk fibers. It is widely used for soft tissue approximation and ligation, offering superior handling, high knot security, and smooth tissue passage. The black color enhances visibility during surgery, and its non-needle configuration allows for use with separate surgical needles based on procedural requirements.

Technical Information:

• Material:Silk (Natural Non-Absorbable Braided Suture)
• Absorbability:Non-absorbable (gradual degradation over time but retains strength for an extended period)
• Tensile Strength:Strong initial tensile strength with gradual loss over time
• Structure:Braided for superior knot security and handling
• Color:Black for enhanced visibility in surgical procedures
• Needle:Non-needle configuration – Can be used with separate surgical needles
• Sterilization:Ethylene Oxide (ETO) sterilized
• Tissue Reaction:Moderate (as it is a natural fiber, it may trigger a mild inflammatory response)
• Compliance: Manufactured per USP and international surgical standards

Key Benefits:

✅ Smooth Tissue Passage – Ensures minimal tissue trauma
✅ Excellent Knot Security – High frictional resistance for strong, reliable knots
✅ Superior Handling Characteristics – Soft, pliable, and easy to manipulate
✅ Enhanced Visibility – Black color aids precision in suturing
✅ Versatile Application – Can be used in various surgical specialties

Applications:

✔ General Surgery – Ideal for soft tissue approximation and ligation
✔ Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – Used in dental and periodontal procedures
✔ Ophthalmic Surgery – Preferred for delicate eye procedures
✔ Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery – Ensures aesthetic wound closure
✔ Veterinary Surgery – Frequently used in animal surgical procedures

Ordering Information:

• Available in multiple USP sizes for different surgical applications
• Comes in sterile, single-use packaging
• Non-needle configuration – Compatible with separate surgical needles
• For detailed product codes, ordering information, and to find out more about how the Meril SILKBLACK NON-NEEDLE can be integrated into your surgical practice, visit our website or contact a Meril representative.