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What Is a 5-0 Suture?
Medical sutures are very important pieces of medical equipment, and there are various sizes of medical sutures available for use. Sutures are typically measured using the USP (United States Pharmacopeia) system, with sizes ranging from 10-0 USP (the narrowest) to around 7 USP (the widest). 5-0 sutures are one of the most commonly-used sizes during surgery or wound repair.
A 5-0 suture measures approximately 0.1mm in diameter. It's wider than the finest monofilament sutures, which are usually around 10-0 or 9-0 in size, but narrower than thick, braided sutures that are around 4 or 5, according to the USP scale.
5-0 sutures have various uses, but are most commonly used for large blood vessel repair. They're very effective for stitching damaged vessels, as well as for skin closure around the body on the limbs and face. 5-0 sutures are also used for tendon repairs, as well, so they’re a very important member of the medical suture family.
Applied Dental #S-D518R13, Suture Prolene Viol P-3 Unify 5-0 18" 12/BX
Applied Dental #S-G518R13-U, Suture PGA P-13 Undyed 5-0 18" 12/BX
Applied Dental #S-P518R13, Suture PP Blue P-3 Unify 5-0 18" 12/BX
Applied Dental #S-N518R13, Suture Nylon P-13 Black 5-0 18" 12/BX
C.P. Medical #698B, Suture Monomid Black P-3 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SP661G, Suture Surgipro Mono Blu C13 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SMM5042, Suture Maxon Mono Clr P12 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #SP5698G, Suture Srgpr2 Mono Blu P13 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SP5681G, Suture Srgpr2 Mono Blu P11 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SP5698, Suture Srgpr2 Mono Blu P13 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #SP5686G, Suture Srgpr2 Mono Blu P12 5-0 18" 12/BX
Aesculap #C0766194, Suture Silkam Black DSMP13 5-0 18" 36/BX
Aesculap #C0932191, Suture Dafilon Blue DS-19 5-0 18" 36/BX
Aesculap #C0024916, Suture Monoplus Syn Vio DSMP13 5-0 18" 36/BX
Aesculap #G0936090, Suture Dafilon Blue DSMP13 5-0 18" 12/BX
Aesculap #G0932191, Suture Dafilon Blue DS-19 5-0 18" 12/BX
Aesculap #C0916133, Suture Dafilon Undyed DSMP13 5-0 18" 36/BX
Aesculap #G0936154, Suture Dafilon Blue DSMP16 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #8886174121, Suture Dermalon Nylon Blu C1 5-0 18" 36/BX
Applied Dental #S-G518R13, Suture PGA Violet P-3 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SN871, Suture Monosof Nylon Blk C1 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #SL630, Suture Polysorb Violet C-12 5-0 30" 36/BX
Covidien #SMM5221, Suture Maxon Mono Clr P11 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #UG202, Suture Chromic Gut Undyed CV23 5-0 30" 36/BX
Covidien #SP5686, Suture Srgpr2 Mono Blu P12 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #SN771G, Suture Monosof Nylon Blk C1 5-0 10" 12/BX
Covidien #SL172, Suture Polysorb Undyed C-1 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #G1792K, Suture Chromic Gut Undyed He-3 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SL639, Suture Polysorb Undyed BTP-1 5-0 18" 36/BX
Covidien #SL690, Suture Polysorb Undyed C-13 5-0 30" 36/BX
Covidien #SBS1928G, Suture Surgilon Nylon Blk P13 5-0 18" 12/BX
Covidien #SMM5526, Suture Maxon Mono Clr P13 5-0 18" 36/BX
When to Use a 5-0 Suture?
It's always important to use the correct size of suture for each situation, and 5-0 sutures are the right choice in many cases. They're most commonly used for dealing with damaged large blood vessels, but are also used for stitching skin back together after a wound or after surgery. They're also useful for dealing with damaged tendons in various areas around the body.
5-0 Suture Sizes
As the name implies, 5-0 sutures all have the same diameter. They're very specifically and carefully manufactured to adhere to the strict USP standards, so all 5-0 sutures will be the exact same diameter. However, it is possible to purchase 5-0 sutures in different lengths, from relatively small 10 inch lengths up to 30 inches or more.
5-0 Suture Types
There are many different kinds of 5-0 sutures, from polyfilament sutures to monofilament sutures. In general, we can divide 5-0 sutures into two main types: absorbable and non-absorbable. An absorbable 5-0 suture is one that will degrade on its own in the body and doesn't need to be removed manually. A non-absorbable 5-0 suture will not simply dissolve or degrade by itself and will either need to be left in for a long-term period or removed by a medical practitioner.
5-0 Suture Uses
There are various uses of 5-0 sutures. They're very effective for stitching up open wounds or surgical sites after an operation, for example. They're also used for suture procedures on blood vessels and tendons, primarily in the limbs and upper body.
5-0 Suture Suppliers
Aesculap, Acuderm, Covidien, and Applied Dental are some of the leading suppliers of 5-0 sutures.
Buy Wholesale 5-0 Sutures Online at CIA Medical
If you’re looking for the best quality 5-0 sutures at the finest prices, choose CIA Medical. We’ve been providing wholesale medical supplies for a long time, establishing a proven track record of success and meeting the needs of more than 25,000 satisfied customers so far. We always work hard to surpass our customers’ expectations with not only the best products, but also the best service.
