BARB(PGA-PCL VIOLET)

Barbed Suture (PGA-PCL Violet) 

Product Overview:

The Barbed Suture (PGA-PCL Violet) by Meril is an advanced, synthetic, absorbable, knotless wound closure solution designed to enhance tissue approximation and closure efficiency. Made from a copolymer of Polyglycolic Acid (PGA) and Polycaprolactone (PCL), this violet-colored suture provides excellent tensile strength, smooth tissue passage, and predictable absorption. It eliminates the need for knots, reducing surgical time and enhancing wound healing in procedures like aesthetic, gynecological, general, and laparoscopic surgeries.

Technical Information:

• Material:Polyglycolic Acid (PGA) & Polycaprolactone (PCL) copolymer
• Absorbability:Fully absorbable via hydrolysis
• Tensile Strength: Maintains strength for 3–4 weeks before gradual loss
• Absorption Time:90–120 days (complete absorption)
• Design:Bidirectional or unidirectional barbs for secure tissue approximation
• Sterilization:Ethylene Oxide (ETO) sterilized
• Color:Violet for enhanced visibility
• Knotless Closure: Eliminates knots, ensuring even tension distribution and reduced surgical time
• Compliance: Manufactured per USP and international surgical standards

Key Benefits:

✅ Knotless Wound Closure – Reduces surgical time and risk of knot-related complications
✅ Even Tension Distribution – Barbs hold tissues securely, promoting better healing
✅ Smooth Tissue Passage – Minimizes trauma and inflammation
✅ Strong & Predictable Absorption – Provides optimal tensile strength retention
✅ Ideal for Minimally Invasive Surgery – Perfect for laparoscopic and aesthetic procedures

Applications:

✔ Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery – Ideal for facelifts, abdominoplasty, and skin closures
✔ General Surgery – Used for soft tissue approximation and wound closure
✔ Gynecological Surgery – Effective in vaginal and uterine procedures
✔ Laparoscopic Surgery – Used for intracorporeal suturing without the need for knots
✔ Orthopedic Surgery – Provides secure tissue fixation

Ordering Information:

• Available in unidirectional or bidirectional barbed configurations
• Supplied in sterile, single-use packaging
• Available in various lengths and USP sizes
• For detailed product codes, ordering information, and to find out more about how the Meril BARB (PGA-PCL VIOLET) can be integrated into your surgical practice, visit our website or contact a Meril representative.