Manufactured and marketed as a CE Marked medical device under applicable EU/UK Medical Devices legislation (as part of the Instrapac single Use range).
Manufactured from medical grade surgical stainless steel instruments and supplied sterile for single use.
Designed to support infection prevention standards by providing a sterile, single Use instrument pack.
Manufactured and marketed as a CE Marked medical device under applicable EU/UK Medical Devices legislation (as part of the Instrapac single Use range).
Manufactured from medical grade surgical stainless steel instruments and supplied sterile for single use.
Designed to support infection prevention standards by providing a sterile, single Use instrument pack.
Produced under quality and regulatory systems operated by Vernacare for the Instrapac brand.
Fine suture instrument pack (Plus)
Description
Instrapac Fine Suture Pack Plus is a single-use, sterile procedure pack containing high-quality fine suture instruments suitable for a wide variety of delicate suturing procedures. All instruments are manufactured from medical grade surgical stainless steel and are supplied in an easy-to-open, sterile pack with contents wrapped in a sterile field. The pack includes a kilner needle holder, iris stitch scissors, toothed and non-toothed iris forceps, non-woven swabs, dressing towels and a polypropylene tray with integral pots. It provides a lower-cost alternative to reprocessing reusable instruments while protecting patients against cross-infection risks and maintaining full compliance with the Medical Devices Directive.
Bnefits
Single-use sterile pack helps reduce the risk of cross infection between patients
Contains high-quality fine suture instruments made from medical grade surgical stainless steel
Suitable for a wide variety of fine suturing procedures in medical, surgical and aesthetic settings
Supplied in an easy-to-open pack with contents wrapped in a sterile field for infection control
Includes dressing towels and non-woven swabs for procedural convenience
Lower-cost alternative to cleaning and reprocessing reusable instrument sets
Supports compliance with the Medical Devices Directive and single-use device guidance
Indications
Fine suturing of skin and soft tissues in minor surgery and wound closure
Use in dermatology and aesthetic procedures requiring delicate suturing (e.g. post-lesion excision, cosmetic closures)
Outpatient and ambulatory care suturing where sterile, single-use instruments are preferred
Use in clinics and hospitals where reducing reprocessing and cross-contamination risk is a priority
Composition
1 x Kilner needle holder 14 cm (medical grade surgical stainless steel)
1 x Iris stitch scissors – straight 11.5 cm (medical grade surgical stainless steel)
Produced under quality and regulatory systems operated by Vernacare for the Instrapac brand.
1 x Iris forceps – toothed 10 cm (medical grade surgical stainless steel)
1 x Iris forceps – non-toothed 10 cm (medical grade surgical stainless steel)
5 x Non-woven swabs 7.5 x 7.5 cm, 4 ply
2 x Dressing towels 43 x 38 cm
1 x Polypropylene tray
2 x Integral pots (polypropylene or similar medical-grade plastic)
Outer sterile field / tissue laminate wrap (providing a sterile working area)
Formulation
Instrument type: fine suture instrument pack (Plus configuration)
Material: medical grade surgical stainless steel for instruments; polypropylene tray and pots; non-woven absorbent swabs; tissue laminate/sterile wrap
Pack format: single-use, pre-assembled suture pack with instruments and consumables arranged within a tray
Sterility: supplied sterilised with contents wrapped in a sterile field, intended for single use only
Packaging
Single sterile pack containing a complete fine suture set for one procedure
Contents are wrapped in a sterile field/tissue laminate wrap inside the outer pack
Outer pack designed to be easy to open while maintaining sterile presentation
Clearly labelled as single-use, with product code, lot number and expiry date
Product origin stated as from the European Community (EC)
Usage
Visually inspect the outer pack before use; do not use if the packaging is damaged, opened or wet.
Check expiry date and product details in line with local protocols.
Open the pack using aseptic technique, presenting the sterile field and tray contents without compromising sterility.
Using appropriate sterile gloves and aseptic technique, remove the instruments (kilner needle holder, iris scissors and forceps) and consumables as required for suturing.
Use the kilner needle holder for holding and driving the suture needle, and the iris stitch scissors for precise cutting of sutures.
Use toothed and non-toothed iris forceps to handle tissue and assist accurate placement of sutures as per clinical judgement.
Utilise non-woven swabs and dressing towels to maintain a clean, dry operative field and absorb exudate.
After completion of the procedure, discard all instruments, tray, pots, swabs and other pack components as clinical waste according to local policy.
Do not clean, re-sterilise or reuse any component of the pack; the pack is strictly single use.
Contraindications
Do not use if the sterile barrier system (packaging) is damaged, open or shows signs of compromised sterility.
Do not reuse or reprocess any component; reuse may lead to infection, corrosion or mechanical failure of instruments.
Not intended for use on procedures requiring heavy-duty instruments or cutting of very tough tissues beyond the design of fine suture instruments.
Do not use if instruments appear bent, damaged, corroded or otherwise defective on visual inspection.
Not suitable for use beyond the expiry date indicated on the pack.
Adverse Effects
Risk of tissue trauma or skin injury if instruments are used improperly or without appropriate clinical technique.
Potential for infection if the sterile field is compromised or if pack is used after packaging damage or expiry.
User injury (e.g. needle stick or cuts) if safe sharps handling procedures are not followed.
Mechanical failure such as loosening, misalignment or dullness of instruments if misused, potentially affecting suture quality.
Storage Conditions
Store in a clean, dry environment at room temperature away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
Keep in original packaging until point of use to maintain sterility.
Avoid stacking or compressing packs in a way that could damage the sterile barrier system.
Follow any additional storage guidance provided on the outer packaging or by local policy.
Duration
Not applicable (single-use procedure pack used for the duration of a suturing procedure only)
Onset
Immediate mechanical effect during the suturing procedure when instruments are used
