Disposable Needles are packed in units of two. Each pair of needles is double-pouched in "see-through," peel-apart, sterile Tyvek
Reusable Needles are nonsterile; each unit is contained in a purple glassine envelope and sleeve that clearly identifies the quantity, style and size
Improper surgical technique in the use of a suturing needle may result in needle breakage; small needle holders should be used on fine gauge needles and heavy holders on heavy gauge needles to avoid needle breakage because of undue stress; the weakest part of a needle is the eye and the point
Anchor needles are manufactured with a flat area on the shank to facilitate proper clamping with holder and to prevent turning in holder; needle holder should be applied on the needle flat part about 1/4 of length of needle from the eyed end
