J & J Healthcare Systems suture with needle Prolene Nonabsorbable Uncoated Blue Suture Monofilament Polypropylene Suture Size 4-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 4 - 0 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

suture with needle Prolene Nonabsorbable Uncoated Blue Suture Monofilament Polypropylene Suture Size 4-0 18 Inch Suture 1-Needle Size 4 - 0 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle, 12/DZ, 1DZ/BX

Prolene suture with needle is a nonabsorbable uncoated blue monofilament polypropylene suture for soft tissue approximation and ligation. Buyers may choose it for skin closure and for procedures in general soft tissue, cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological settings where a reverse cutting needle and visible blue suture can support handling and removal. This sterile option comes with one 18 inch size 4-0 suture and a 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.

Good Fit For

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

Key Features

• Nonabsorbable monofilament polypropylene suture for general soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Reverse cutting needle supports procedures that call for that needle style
• Blue suture color helps improve visibility and can make removal easier
• Non-adherent to tissue, making it a strong choice for skin closure
• Indicated for cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures
• Sterile suture with needle for procedural use

Applications and Usage

• Closing skin where a non-adherent monofilament suture is preferred
• Soft tissue approximation during general procedures
• Ligation in procedures using a nonabsorbable suture
• Procedures in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological settings

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 18 Inch.
• Material: Stainless Steel.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This is a nonabsorbable suture, so it is intended for applications where ongoing tensile strength retention is needed.
• The reverse cutting needle should match the clinician's preferred needle style for the procedure.
• The blue color may be helpful when visualizing the suture during placement or removal.

FAQ

• Is this suture absorbable? No. Prolene is a nonabsorbable suture with indefinite tensile strength retention.
• What kind of needle is attached? This suture comes with one 3/8 circle reverse cutting needle.
• Where can this suture be used? Prolene is indicated for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures.
• Is this a good option for skin closure? Yes. The product details note that the suture is non-adherent to tissue, making it well suited for skin closure.
• What size and length is this suture? This is a size 4-0 suture with an 18 inch length.

From Prolene by J & J Healthcare Systems.