The Medtronic UL878 POLYSORB Braided Absorbable Suture is a synthetic polyester composed of glycolide and lactide. It is designed to provide excellent strength over the critical wound healing period, excellent knot security, excellent handling, and a predictable absorption profile. The suture is available in a size of 2-0, with a length of 30″, and is colored violet for increased visibility. It is supplied sterile, in pre-cut lengths or ligating reels, and is non-needled or affixed to various needle types. The suture is indicated for use in soft tissue approximation or ligation and ophthalmic surgery, but not in cardiovascular or neural tissue. The product comes in a box of 36 sutures.