Covidien V-loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closer Device

Covidien V-LOC 180 Device
Introduction to Covidien V-Loc 180: The Covidien V-Loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closure Device is a sterile, absorbable surgical instrument designed for the proper placement of running stitches in soft tissues during endoscopic surgeries. It is made for the Endo Stitch Suturing Device and is composed of a copolymer of glycolic acid and trimethylene carbonate.

Key Features: The V-Loc 180 device has a unique barb and loop design that accelerates closure by removing the need to tie any knots, saving 35-42% of the intracorporeal suturing time. It is available in various suture lengths, including 6", 12", 18", and 23", and comes in different colors such as green, clear, undyed, and violet.
Benefits: The Covidien V-Loc 180 Absorbable Wound Closure Device offers secure, fast, and effective incision closure for patients. It eliminates the need to tie knots, allowing for up to 50% faster wound closure without compromising strength and security.
Applications: The V-Loc 180 device is ideal for soft tissue approximation in various surgical procedures, including inguinal herniorrhaphy, gastric bypass, Nissen fundoplication, sleeve gastrectomy, and open dermal closure.
Properties: The device has an absorption profile of 180 days and tensile strength at 7 days, 80%; 14 days, 75%; and 21 days, 65%. It is a reliable and secure choice for wound closure applications in gynecology, general and bariatric surgery, and colorectal surgery.