Radene®

Code numbering is very important in the stock control and selection of sutures. There are many different types, and this can make the choice difficult. We believe that codes must be kept simple and should be easy to decipher.

The codes convey three pieces of information:

A. The first letter(s) refer to the material.

B. The next number(s) refer to the USP thread size.

C. The final number(s) refer to the needle code.

* If 1 precedes the thread size, this indicates a longer thread length than the standard. For example, N306 has a 45cm thread, where N1306 has a 76cm thread.

Pre-cut lengths

Pre-cut lengths of sutures also have an easy-to-understand coding system:

• The first letter(s) refer to the material.
• The second letter of the code is equal to its numerical partner, i.e.:
  • A equals one strand;
  • B equals two strands;
  • C equals three strands, etc.
• The first number(s) indicate the USP thread size.
• The last two numbers represent the thread length in inches.

Symbols

The Symbol on the foil packet indicates the needle type, eg:

= round bodied taper needle

= reverse cutting needle