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

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

This nonabsorbable suture with needle is a Prolene polypropylene monofilament suture paired with a PS-2 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It fits buyers handling general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including procedures in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological settings. This SKU uses size 5-0 suture with an 18 inch length and a 19 mm needle, and the bright blue color helps with suture removal.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Skin closure where low tissue adherence is preferred
• Cardiovascular procedures
• Ophthalmic and neurological procedures

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable polypropylene monofilament for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled passage through tissue
• 3/8 circle, 19 mm needle offers a specific format for procedural preference
• Bright blue suture color helps improve visibility during removal
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it a practical choice for skin closure
• Indefinite tensile strength retention for applications that call for a nonabsorbable suture

Applications and Usage

• Closing skin with a nonabsorbable monofilament suture
• General soft tissue approximation during procedural care
• Ligation in settings that call for a nonabsorbable suture
• Procedures in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological practice areas

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 19 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it remains in place unless removed according to the procedure plan.
• The suture is uncoated, which may matter for teams with a specific handling preference.
• Needle style and size are specific to this SKU, so confirm the PS-2 3/8 circle reverse cutting format matches your procedural needs.

FAQ

• What type of suture material is this? This product uses Prolene polypropylene in a monofilament, nonabsorbable format.
• What needle comes with this suture? This suture is attached to one PS-2 precision reverse cutting needle with a 3/8 circle shape and a 19 mm length.
• Where is this suture commonly used? The suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation and is used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
• Is this suture suitable for skin closure? Yes. The suture is non-adherent to tissue, which makes it a good option for skin closure.
• What size and length is the suture? This SKU is size 5-0 and has an 18 inch suture length.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.