{"id":4108,"date":"2025-09-10T22:11:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T22:11:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/?p=4108"},"modified":"2025-09-10T22:20:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T22:20:27","slug":"surgical-sutures-classification-and-grouping-in-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/surgical-sutures-classification-and-grouping-in-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"Surgical Sutures: Classification and Grouping in Mexico"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"ai-optimize-6 ai-optimize-introduction\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surgical sutures are medical devices used in nearly every surgery to close wounds, secure tissues, and promote healing. In Mexico, like in many other countries, sutures are subject to strict regulatory controls to ensure their safety and efficacy. Understanding their classification and grouping under Mexican regulations is essential for manufacturers and distributors to successfully introduce sutures to the local market.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-7\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-8\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Types of sutures<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-10\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surgical sutures vary in design, material, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/medical-device-sterilization-and-regulatory-requirements-for-registration-in-mexico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sterilization<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> condition and packaging based on their clinical application.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-11\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h6 class=\"ai-optimize-12\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Absorbable vs. Non-Absorbable<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559731&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-13\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Absorbable (e.g., Vicryl, Monocryl, PDS) \u2013 Degrade naturally in the body.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-14\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Non-Absorbable (e.g., Prolene, Nylon, Silk) \u2013 Remain until manually removed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 class=\"ai-optimize-15\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monofilament vs. Multifilament (Braided)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559731&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-16\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monofilament (single strand, less tissue drag, lower infection risk).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-17\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Braided (multiple fibers, better knot security, higher capillarity).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 class=\"ai-optimize-18\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coated vs. Uncoated<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559731&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-19\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coated (e.g., antimicrobial triclosan, silicone for smooth passage).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-20\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Uncoated (standard, may require more handling care).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 class=\"ai-optimize-21\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Packaging &amp; Sterilization<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-22\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pre-sterilized, single-use (most common).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-23\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Needle attachment (swaged, detachable, or separate needles).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sealed foil\/plastic pouches with peel-open designs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-25\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sterilization methods: Ethylene Oxide (EtO), Gamma Irradiation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-13\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Classification of Surgical Sutures<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-28\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surgical sutures are categorized based on their risk level, material composition, and intended use. According to COFEPRIS guidelines, they generally fall under <strong>Class II<\/strong>\u00a0 (non-absorbable) or <strong>Class III<\/strong> (absorbable).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-29\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Other factors that can define the classification of risk are for:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-30\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Advanced absorbable sutures (e.g., polyglycolic acid [PGA], polylactic acid [PLA], polydioxanone [PDO]).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-31\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Antimicrobial-coated sutures (e.g., triclosan-coated).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-32\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sutures for specialized applications (cardiovascular, ophthalmic, or neurological use).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-11\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Grouping Strategies for Regulatory Submissions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-35\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To optimize the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/ultimate-guide-for-regulatory-affairs-in-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">registration process<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, COFEPRIS allows <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/classification-and-grouping-ultimate-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">grouping<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> sutures with similar characteristics under a single submission if they are from the same <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/the-medical-device-manufacturer-definition-the-mexico-case\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">manufacturer<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and have the same trademark.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-35\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key grouping criteria include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-24\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Same Material Composition<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-138\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Natural (e.g., catgut, silk) vs. synthetic (e.g., polypropylene, PGA).<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-138\">Monofilament vs. braided.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-28\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Absorption Profile<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-141\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Non-absorbable (e.g., Prolene, Ethilon).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-142\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Absorbable (e.g., Vicryl, Monocryl).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-32\"><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:720}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-33\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sterility &amp; Packaging<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-144\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pre-sterilized (EO, gamma irradiation) vs. non-sterile (rare for sutures).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-145\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Single-use vs. reusable (most sutures are single-use).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-38\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Intended Use<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-14\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">General surgery, cardiovascular, ophthalmic, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-15\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Additional considerations<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-51\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Performance Testing<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Sutures must meet mechanical (tensile strength, knot security) and degradation (for absorbables) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/applicable-standards-for-medical-devices\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">standards<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (ISO 3826, ASTM F963).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-52\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Labeling &amp; <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/instructions-for-use-and-user-manuals-for-medical-devices-in-mexico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">IFU<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spanish-language instructions must cover handling, needle use, and contraindications (especially for coated\/antimicrobial sutures).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-53\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sterility: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Non-sterile variants need reprocessing guidelines.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ai-optimize-54\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Needles &amp; Accessories: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Needle type (cutting\/taper) and attachment method (swaged\/eyed) needle must be justified as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veraqueconsulting.com\/mx\/medical-device-grouping-as-a-system-in-mexico-criteria-and-practical-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">system<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> if sold separately or as an accessory.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 class=\"ai-optimize-16\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Conclusion<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-58\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Surgical sutures cover standardized, yet diverse construction allows sutures to meet different surgical needs while complying with regulatory and sterility requirements. 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