J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene Polypropylene FS-2 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament, 12 EA/BX

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene Polypropylene FS-2 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament, 12 EA/BX

This nonabsorbable suture with needle is a Prolene polypropylene monofilament suture paired with an FS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers handling general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including skin closure and procedures in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological settings. This 5-0 blue suture uses an uncoated 18 inch strand with a 19 mm stainless steel needle.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Skin closure workflows
• Cardiovascular procedures
• Ophthalmic and neurological procedures

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable polypropylene monofilament for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• FS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle supports precise needle handling
• Blue suture color helps with visibility and removal
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it a practical choice for skin closure
• Uncoated 18 inch suture paired with one 19 mm stainless steel needle
• Tensile strength retention is indefinite

Applications and Usage

• Closing skin where a non-adherent suture is preferred
• Soft tissue approximation during surgical procedures
• Ligation tasks requiring a nonabsorbable monofilament suture
• Procedures where blue suture color can aid visibility and removal

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it remains in place unless removed as part of the care plan.
• The reverse cutting needle and 5-0 suture size should match the tissue type and technique required for the procedure.
• This suture is uncoated, which may matter for buyers standardizing on a specific suture handling preference.

FAQ

• What type of suture is this? This is a nonabsorbable Prolene polypropylene monofilament suture with one FS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.
• Where can this suture be used? The suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation and is used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
• Is this suture a good option for skin closure? Yes. The suture is non-adherent to tissue, which makes it well suited for skin closure.
• What size are the suture and needle? The suture size is 5-0, the suture length is 18 inch, and the needle length is 19 mm.
• Why is the suture blue? The bright blue color helps with visibility and can make suture removal easier.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.