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V-Loc™ 90 wound closure device in C-section

The connection between mothers and their baby

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Better outcomes tomorrow start with improved uterine healing today.†,1,2

When it comes to enhancing C-section outcomes, uterine healing reigns supreme. The V-Loc™ device may help reduce the risk of uterine rupture in subsequent pregnancies.†,1–3
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Better healing when it matters most

V-Loc™ 90 device for a double-layer closure with the unique fishbone technique

The numbers tell the truth.

In comparison to conventional sutures, V-Loc™ device provides superior uterine healing for better results overall.
11.2%

Reduction in uterine niches after 24 months†,‡,4

Even tension distribution along the incision line†,5

1.4 mm

Reduction in the depth of uterine niches†,‡,4

No need to tie knots§,6

Elevate your C-section procedures with the V-Loc™ 90 device.

The V-Loc™ device is easier to use and is associated with significantly lower surgical difficulty in uterine wall repairs.†,7,8

V-Loc™ 90 wound closure device in C-section

The connection between mothers and their baby

The V-Loc™ device has demonstrated reduction in the time required to close uterine wall defects.†,9,10

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Learn more about the V-Loc™ barbed suture in C-section today.

The V-Loc™ barbed suture device represents advanced suture technology — backed by a company committed to delivering the performance surgeons need to provide the best patient experience.
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V-Loc™ Device Cesarean Scar Niches Alessandri Study

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Comparison of Unidirectional Barbed Suture Compared to Conventional Braided Suture at the Time of Cesarean Section

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V-Loc™ Wound Closure Device for C-Section Information Sheet

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V-Loc™ 90 absorbable wound closure devices are indicated for soft tissue approximation where use of an absorbable suture is appropriate.

For more information on the product, refer to the instruction for use (IFU).

† As compared to conventional sutures.

‡ V-Loc™ 180 barbed suture or a conventional double-layer Monosyn® smooth suture

§ Animal data may not correlate with human clinical outcomes.

 

  1. Alessandri F, Evangelisti G, Centurioni MG, Gustavino C, Ferrero S, Barra F. Fishbone double‐layer barbed suture in cesarean section: a help in preventing long‐term obstetric sequelae? Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2021;304(3):573–576. doi:10.1007/s00404‐021‐06121‐8.
  2. Alessandri F, Centurioni MG, Perrone U, et al. Incidence and ultrasonographic characteristics of cesarean scar niches after uterine closure by double-layer barbed suture: a prospective comparative study. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2023;162(3):895–905.
  3. Roberge S, Demers S, Girard M, et al. Impact of uterine closure on residual myometrial thickness after cesarean: a randomized controlled trial. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2016;214(4):507.e1507.e6.doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2015.10.916.
  4. Alessandri F, Centurioni MG, Perrone U, Evangelisti G, Urso C, Paratore M, Guida E, Nappini A, Gustavino C, Ferrero S, Barra F. Incidence and ultrasonographic characteristics of cesarean scar niches after uterine closure by double-layer barbed suture: A prospective comparative study. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2023;162(3):895–905.
  5. Fouda UM, Elsetohy KA, Elshaer HS. Barbed versus conventional suture: a randomized trial for suturing the endometrioma bed after laparoscopic excision of ovarian endometrioma. J Minim Invasive Gynecol. 2016;23(6):962–968.
  6. Zaruby J, Gingras K, Taylor J, Maul D. An in vivo comparison of barbed suture devices and conventional monofilament sutures for cosmetic skin closure: biomechanical wound strength and histology. Aesthet Surg J. 2011;31(2):232–240.
  7. Song T, Kim TJ, Kim WY, Lee SH. Comparison of barbed suture versus traditional suture in laparoendoscopic single-site myomectomy. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2015;185:99–102.
  8. Alessandri F, Remorgida V, Venturini PL, Ferrero S. Unidirectional barbed suture versus continuous suture with intracorporeal knots in laparoscopic myomectomy: a randomized study. J Minim Invasive Gynecol. 2010;17(6):725 729. doi:10.1016/j.jmig.2010.06.007.
  9. Angioli R, Plotti F, Montera R, et al. A new type of absorbable barbed suture for use in laparoscopic myomectomy. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2012;117(3):220–223. doi:10.1016/j.ijgo.2011.12.023.
  10. Song T, Kim TJ, Kim WY, Lee SH. Comparison of barbed suture versus traditional suture in laparoendoscopic single site myomectomy. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2015;185–99 102. doi:10.1016/j.ejogrb.2014.11.022.