J & J Healthcare Systems Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene SH 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Monofilament

Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Prolene™ Polypropylene SH 1/2 Circle Taper Point Needle Size 2 - 0 Monofilament

Prolene nonabsorbable suture with needle is a blue polypropylene monofilament suture paired with an SH 1/2 circle taper point needle. It fits buyers seeking a nonabsorbable option for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including cardiovascular, ophthalmic, neurological, and skin closure procedures. This SKU uses size 2-0 suture with a 26 mm stainless steel needle and a 30 inch suture length.

Good Fit For

• General soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Cardiovascular procedures
• Ophthalmic procedures
• Neurological procedures

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable polypropylene monofilament for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• SH 1/2 circle taper point needle supports controlled needle handling
• Blue suture color helps with visibility and removal
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it suitable for skin closure
• Indefinite tensile strength retention for procedures that call for a nonabsorbable suture
• 26 mm stainless steel needle paired with size 2-0, 30 inch suture

Applications and Usage

• Skin closure where a non-adherent blue monofilament suture is preferred
• Soft tissue approximation in procedures requiring a nonabsorbable suture
• Ligation tasks in surgical settings
• Cases where long-term tensile strength retention is important

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 26 mm.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it should be selected only when nonabsorbable wound support is appropriate.
• The needle is a taper point style rather than a cutting needle, which may affect procedure fit.
• Buyers choosing among variants should confirm the size 2-0 suture and 26 mm SH 1/2 circle needle match their preference.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable or nonabsorbable? This Prolene suture is nonabsorbable.
• What procedures is this suture used for? This suture is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation and is used in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
• What needle type comes with this suture? This SKU includes one SH 1/2 circle taper point needle made of stainless steel.
• What are the suture size and length? The suture is size 2-0 and 30 inches long.
• Why is the suture blue? The bright blue color helps make the suture easier to see during removal.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.