217002 - Aspen Surgical Richard-Allan™ Surgical Needle - 1/2 Circle, Trocar Point, Mayo, Catgut, 17G (.050" x1.716"), Sterile, 2/pouch, 72 pouches/bx

Richard-Allan™ Surgical Needle - 1/2 Circle, Trocar Point, Mayo, Catgut, 17G (.050" x1.716"), Sterile, 2/pouch, 72 pouches/bx

The Richard-Allan™ Mayo Catgut Needle (Aspen Surgical) is a heavy-duty, curved surgical needle specifically designed for suturing tough, dense tissues such as fascia or muscle. These needles are crafted from high-quality, true-tempered stainless steel and undergo a proprietary heat-treating process to maximize strength and resistance to bending under the heavy pressure required in orthopedic and general surgical procedures.

This needle features a robust trocar point—a three-edged sharpened tip that combines the strength of a taper body with the penetration power of a cutting point. The 1/2 circle geometry and "Mayo" configuration are engineered for deep-tissue layers, providing the necessary leverage to navigate dense anatomical structures. As a free-eyed needle, it is compatible with a wide range of suture materials, including heavy catgut or synthetic absorbables.

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Key Features

Trocar Point Tip: Features a precision-sharpened three-edged point designed to pierce resistant or fibrous tissue without deforming.

True-Tempered Stainless Steel: Heat-treated for superior structural integrity, ensuring the needle remains dependable during high-stress suturing.

1/2 Circle Mayo Design: Optimized for deep-access tissue layers and heavy-duty ligation where maneuverability is key.

Free-Eyed Configuration: Allows for easy and versatile threading of various suture types and larger gauges.

Sterile Packaging: Individually pouched in pairs to ensure sterility and facilitate aseptic transfer in the operating room.

Ideal Clinical Applications

Deep Fascial Closure: Specifically suited for closing the thick fascial layers of the abdomen or musculoskeletal system.

Orthopedic Repair: Ideal for suturing tendons, ligaments, and dense joint capsules.

General Surgery: Used for heavy tissue ligation and any procedure requiring a strong, curved needle for dense structures.

Product Details

Brand: Richard-Allan™ (Aspen Surgical)

Needle Type: 1/2 Circle (Mayo Catgut, Free-Eyed)

Material: True-Tempered Stainless Steel

Tip Style: Trocar Point

Gauge: 17 Gauge (.055")

Dimensions: 1.772" Length (approx. 45 mm)

Single Use

Sterile

Packaging

Richard-Allan™ Surgical Needle - 1/2 Circle, Trocar Point, Mayo, Catgut, 17G (.050" x1.716"), Sterile, 2/pouch, 72 pouches/bx

Important Safety Information

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Single Use Only: This product is intended for single use. Do not re-sterilize or reuse, as this can compromise the needle's structural integrity and sharpness.

Handling and Disposal: Handle with extreme care to prevent accidental needle sticks. Dispose of all used needles in a designated puncture-resistant sharps container according to facility protocol.

⚠ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Ethylene Oxide, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.