J & J Healthcare Systems Suture with Needle Ethilon Nonabsorbable Uncoated Black Suture Monofilament Nylon Size 4 - 0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle 16 mm Length 1/2 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/BX

Suture with Needle Ethilon Nonabsorbable Uncoated Black Suture Monofilament Nylon Size 4 - 0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle 16 mm Length 1/2 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/BX

Ethilon suture with needle is a nonabsorbable uncoated black monofilament nylon suture for procedures that call for a reverse cutting needle. This option fits buyers who want tissue visibility and a monofilament construction with minimal acute inflammatory response. The suture is size 4-0 with an 18 inch length and a single 16 mm 1/2 circle reverse cutting needle.

Good Fit For

• Procedures where a nonabsorbable monofilament suture is preferred
• Cases where black suture color can aid visibility in tissue
• Workflows that require a reverse cutting needle

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable monofilament nylon suture for extended retention needs
• Uncoated black suture helps improve visibility in tissue
• Minimal acute inflammatory response supports tissue tolerance
• Single 16 mm 1/2 circle reverse cutting needle for precise handling
• Size 4-0 with 18 inch suture length for this specific surgical setup
• Extremely slow encapsulation and degradation, noted as 1 to 2 years

Applications and Usage

• Selecting a size 4-0 nonabsorbable suture for procedures requiring extended support
• Stocking black monofilament sutures for better visibility during suturing
• Choosing a suture with a 16 mm 1/2 circle reverse cutting needle for technique-specific preference

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 18 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it is intended for situations where absorbable material is not desired.
• The needle configuration is specific: one 16 mm 1/2 circle reverse cutting needle.
• The suture is uncoated monofilament nylon, which may matter if your team standardizes by suture construction.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable? No. Ethilon is a nonabsorbable suture.
• What material is the suture made from? The suture is made from monofilament nylon.
• What needle type comes with this suture? This product includes one 16 mm 1/2 circle reverse cutting needle.
• What size and length is the suture? This suture is size 4-0 and 18 inch long.
• Why might a buyer choose the black version? The black suture color is intended to enhance visibility in tissue.

From Ethilon by J & J Healthcare Systems.