Suture Needles [Reverse Cutting Curved Triangular] [12ct]

A cutting needle has at least 2, opposing, cutting edges because the point is usually triangular. Cutting needles are designed for penetration through dense, irregular, and relatively thick tissues. They are ideal for skin sutures. Conventional cutting needles have 3 cutting edges arranged in a triangle. The third cutting edge is on the inner or concave curvature. Reverse cutting needles are the same as a conventional cutting needle except the third cutting edge is on the outside or convex curvature. These needles are stronger than conventional cutting needles and have a lower chance of cutting through the edge of the tissue. They are designed for tough tissues but are also beneficial for cosmetic and ophthalmic surgery because by cutting they cause minimal trauma. The taper cut needle combines the reverse cutting design at the point with a round shaft that is useful in delicate fibrous tissue. Side cutting needles have two cutting edges on each side of the needle and flat convex and concave surfaces. This maximizes passage through tissues while minimizing trauma. The special K needle is similar to the taper cut needle but with a shorter and stronger cutting tip making it useful in tough dense tissues such as cartilage.

Suture Needles [Reverse Cutting Curved Triangular] (12 Count) Highlights: 

• SKU: 15689
• Manufacturer: Jorgensen Laboratories

• Whether you need conventional cutting or reverse cutting needles, we have it covered in our product range.

• We also have round bodied needles that gradually taper to a narrow point.

• Triangle bodied needles have three cutting edges along their modern and simplistic design.

• Reverse cutting needles are the opposite equivalent of this, with the cutting edge located on the outer flat edge towards the wound.

• This can sometimes offer better resistance against tissue wear, making them a more popular and effective choice.

• Despite this, reverse cutting needles can require a higher degree of force to fully penetrate the tissue involved.