J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene Polypropylene PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Monofilament, 12 per Box

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene Polypropylene PS-2 3/8 Circle Precision Reverse Cutting Needle Size 4 - 0 Monofilament, 12 per Box

Prolene suture with needle is a nonabsorbable monofilament polypropylene suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation. Buyers may choose it for procedures where long-term tensile strength retention matters, including cardiovascular, ophthalmic, neurological, and skin closure use. This version pairs a Size 4-0 blue suture with one PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle measuring 19 mm, and each box includes 12 sutures.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Skin closure where a non-adherent suture is preferred
• Cardiovascular procedures
• Ophthalmic and neurological procedures

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable monofilament polypropylene suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Indefinite tensile strength retention supports applications where lasting support is needed
• PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle helps match procedural preference
• Blue suture color improves visibility and can make removal easier
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it a strong option for skin closure
• Box of 12 supports procedural purchasing and inventory planning

Applications and Usage

• Closing skin with a nonabsorbable monofilament suture
• Soft tissue approximation during general procedures
• Ligation in procedures that call for a nonabsorbable suture
• Procedure trays for cardiovascular, ophthalmic, or neurological cases

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it is suited to needs where absorbable wound support is not desired.
• The suture is uncoated, which may matter if your facility standardizes by handling preference.
• Needle selection is specific: PS-2, 3/8 circle, precision reverse cutting, 19 mm.
• This SKU uses Size 4-0 blue monofilament polypropylene with an 18 inch suture length.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable or nonabsorbable? This Prolene suture is nonabsorbable.
• What procedures is this suture used for? The suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, and it is used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures. It is also noted as a strong choice for skin closure.
• What needle comes with this suture? Each suture comes with one PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape. The needle length is 19 mm.
• What are the suture size and length? This SKU uses a Size 4-0 monofilament suture with an 18 inch length.
• How many sutures are in each box? Each box includes 12 sutures.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.