5/0, 18" Plain Gut Absorbable Suture with Reverse-Cutting C-17 Needle (3/8 circle), Box of 12 Suture Sets. Undyed sutures specifically made for wound closure applications. Resorbs within a week. Precision grounded and polished to a uniform diameter. Sold with C17 needle measuring 12 mm and with 3/8 circle curvature. 5-0 Plain Gut Sutures are absorbable sutures intended for closing wounds and approximating or ligating soft tissues. These sterile sutures, measuring 18" per pack, are made from top-quality raw materials and are specifically designed to facilitate insertion through tissue.These sutures have a uniform diameter that ensures easy, secure, and smooth knotting. They are delivered using the C17 needle with a reverse cutting needlepoint type.Plain Gut sutures have a resorption rate of 5 to 7 days.