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

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

Prolene nonabsorbable suture with needle is a monofilament polypropylene suture paired with a PS-3 3/8 circle precision reverse cutting needle. It fits general soft tissue approximation and ligation, with stated use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures, and it may also appeal for skin closure because the suture is non-adherent to tissue. This version uses a size 5-0 blue suture with an 18 inch length and a 16 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 monofilament polypropylene suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• PS-3 precision reverse cutting needle supports controlled passage through tissue
• 3/8 circle, 16 mm stainless steel needle offers a compact needle format
• Blue suture color can make removal easier to see
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it a strong option for skin closure
• Tensile strength retention is described as indefinite

Applications and Usage

• Skin closure where a non-adherent suture is preferred
• General soft tissue approximation
• Ligation tasks in procedural settings
• 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 or long-term retention planning should match the intended procedure.
• The needle is a precision reverse cutting style; buyers should confirm that needle geometry matches the tissue and technique used.
• This SKU uses size 5-0 suture with an 18 inch length, which may matter when standardizing procedure setups.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable? No. This Prolene suture is nonabsorbable.
• What type of needle comes attached? This suture comes with one PS-3 precision reverse cutting needle in a 3/8 circle shape.
• What procedures is this suture used for? The product details state use for 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 is suited for skin closure.
• What size and length is the suture? This SKU is size 5-0 and the suture length is 18 inch.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.