The HS Split Stitch uses the HS Fiber (20 inches) with both ends returned to a ½ circle taper needle, forming a suture loop with needle attached. It is available in two different colors (white and blue/white). It is used for variety of surgical procedures, and is particularly useful in arthroscopic surgery for passing sutures through X-Repair and soft tissues. It is supplied with a ½ circle taper needle.