As previously communicated, Johnson & Johnson MedTech is continuing to evolve our Wound Closure portfolio to support innovation and improve patient care, including transitioning from Surgical Gut Sutures (Chromic and Plain Gut) to alternative products within our Wound Closure portfolio. We remain committed to supporting you throughout this transition.
Suggested Alternatives for Gut Sutures (Chromic and Plain Gut) being Discontinued
This information is a suggested alternative only and must not replace clinical decision making. Variation in procedural requirements, as well as products, such as differences in tensile strength retention, absorption profile, handling characteristics, and their antimicrobial properties designed to help reduce the risk of surgical site infection (SSI) must be considered by the user.