J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene CS160-6 1/2 Circle / 1/4 Circle Opthalmic Spatula Needle Size 10-0 Monofilament, 12/BX

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene CS160-6 1/2 Circle / 1/4 Circle Opthalmic Spatula Needle Size 10-0 Monofilament, 12/BX

Prolene nonabsorbable suture with needle is a sterile monofilament polypropylene suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation. Buyers may choose this option for cardiovascular, ophthalmic, or neurological procedures, and for skin closure where a non-adherent suture can support removal. This SKU uses a double-armed ophthalmic spatula needle with a 5.5 mm needle length and a 4 inch suture in size 10-0.

Good Fit For

• Cardiovascular procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Neurological procedures
• Skin closure workflows

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable monofilament polypropylene suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it suitable for skin closure
• Bright blue suture color helps facilitate removal
• Double-armed ophthalmic spatula needle supports precise suturing tasks
• Sterile box of 12 strands for procedural supply planning

Applications and Usage

• General soft tissue approximation
• Ligation during procedures
• Skin closure where a non-adherent suture is preferred
• Fine suturing in ophthalmic settings

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 5.5 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This suture is nonabsorbable, so it is intended for applications where indefinite tensile strength retention is desired.
• The ophthalmic spatula needle and size 10-0 format suit very fine suturing needs.
• Double-armed construction may matter for procedural technique and preference.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable or nonabsorbable? This Prolene suture is nonabsorbable.
• What procedures is this suture used for? The suture is used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures, and it is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation.
• What needle type does this suture use? This SKU uses an ophthalmic spatula needle with a 1/2 circle and 1/4 circle shape.
• What size and length is the suture? The suture is size 10-0 and measures 4 inch in length.
• Is the suture sterile? Yes. This suture is sterile.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.