J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Ethilon™ Nylon PS-3 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Ethilon™ Nylon PS-3 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Ethilon nonabsorbable suture with needle is a monofilament nylon suture paired with a PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers who need a nonabsorbable option for procedures that call for a reverse cutting needle and clear tissue visibility. This version uses size 5-0 suture with an 18 inch length and a 16 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• Procedure setups requiring a PS-3 reverse cutting needle
• Suture selection where black strand visibility is preferred
• Clinical inventory standardization around size 5-0 nylon monofilament

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable monofilament nylon suture for procedures where long-term retention is needed
• PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle supports controlled passage through tissue
• 16 mm stainless steel needle gives a defined needle size for procedure matching
• Black suture color helps improve visibility in tissue
• Uncoated construction for buyers standardizing on a specific suture feel and handling
• Extremely slow encapsulation and degradation, noted at 1 to 2 years

Applications and Usage

• Stocking procedure trays that specify a nonabsorbable nylon suture with a reverse cutting needle
• Matching a surgeon or department preference for PS-3 3/8 circle needle geometry
• Purchasing black monofilament suture for better visual contrast in tissue

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 16 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it is intended for needs where absorbable material is not desired.
• Needle selection matters; this SKU uses a PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle with a 16 mm length.
• The suture is uncoated, which may affect handling preference compared with coated alternatives.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable or nonabsorbable? This Ethilon suture is nonabsorbable.
• What needle type comes with this suture? This SKU includes one PS-3 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 5-0 and 18 inch long.
• What material is the suture made from? The suture is made from nylon monofilament.
• What color is the suture? The suture color is black, which helps with visibility in tissue.

From Ethilon by J & J Healthcare Systems.