Ethilon™ Sutures Size 5-0 | 18” | P-3 | 3/8 Circle Black
ETH-698G
Ethicon
Skin Closure
ETHILON® Sutures are non-absorbable, sterile surgical sutures made from a synthetic polyamide polymer called nylon. They are designed to provide precise and consistent wound closure, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The ETHILON® suture range is widely used in various surgical procedures due to its reliable performance and ease of handling.
Key Features:
- Size and Length:
- Size 5-0: Ideal for delicate and fine tissue approximation.
- Length 18 inches: Convenient for a variety of surgical procedures, providing adequate length for multiple passes through tissue.
- Needle Type: P-3
- Needle Shape: 3/8 Circle
- The P-3 needle is designed for precision in suturing, providing excellent control and penetration through tissue with minimal trauma.
- Nylon (Polyamide): Non-absorbable material offering high tensile strength and smooth passage through tissue.
- Monofilament: The single-strand construction reduces tissue drag and minimizes the risk of infection and tissue reaction.
- Minimal Tissue Reaction: ETHILON® sutures are designed to cause minimal inflammatory reaction, making them suitable for patients with sensitivities.
- Knot Security: Excellent knot-tying properties ensure secure wound closure.
- Smooth Pass: The monofilament nature of the suture allows it to glide easily through tissue, reducing trauma.
- Commonly used in skin closure, plastic surgery, ophthalmic procedures, and other delicate tissue surgeries.
- Suitable for both internal and external wound closures.
Benefits:
- Reliability: ETHILON® sutures are known for their consistent performance and reliability, ensuring confidence in wound closure.
- Ease of Use: The smooth, monofilament design facilitates easy handling and knotting, reducing surgical time and improving efficiency.
- Versatility: Available in various sizes and needle configurations, ETHILON® sutures can be used in a wide range of surgical procedures.