J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene PC-3 3/8 Circle Precision Conventional Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene PC-3 3/8 Circle Precision Conventional Cutting Needle Size 5 - 0 Monofilament

Prolene nonabsorbable suture with needle is a polypropylene monofilament suture attached to a PC-3 3/8 circle precision conventional cutting needle. Buyers selecting sutures for general soft tissue approximation and ligation may choose it for skin closure and for procedures in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological settings. This version pairs a size 5-0 blue suture with a 16 mm stainless steel needle and an 18 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable polypropylene monofilament for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• PC-3 precision conventional cutting needle supports controlled tissue penetration
• 3/8 circle, 16 mm stainless steel needle for precise suturing tasks
• Blue suture color helps make removal easier
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it well suited for skin closure
• Indefinite tensile strength retention for applications needing a nonabsorbable suture

Applications and Usage

• Closing skin with a nonabsorbable monofilament suture
• General soft tissue approximation during procedures
• Ligation where a nonabsorbable suture is preferred
• Procedure trays for cardiovascular work
• Procedure trays for ophthalmic or neurological cases

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 16 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so removal planning may be important when used for skin closure.
• The needle is a conventional cutting style, which may influence selection based on tissue type and clinician preference.
• The attached suture is size 5-0 with an 18 inch length, so confirm it matches the intended technique and handling needs.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable or nonabsorbable? This Prolene suture is nonabsorbable.
• What kind of needle is attached? It uses a PC-3 3/8 circle precision conventional cutting needle made of stainless steel, with a 16 mm needle length.
• Where is this suture commonly used? The product details indicate use in general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
• Is this a good choice for skin closure? Yes. The product details note that the suture is non-adherent to tissue and suitable for skin closure, and the blue color helps facilitate removal.
• What are the suture size and length? This suture is size 5-0 and the suture length is 18 inch.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.