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Description

  • Conventional Cutting Needle
  • Ethilon is a nonabsorbable monofilament suture composed of the long polymer chain
  • Ethilon suture is dyed black or green to enhance visibility in tissue
  • Minimal acute inflammatory response from tissue
  • Extremely slow encapsulation and degradation (1 to 2 years)

Product Specs

Item Number 122702
Catalog Number 1856G
UOM BX
Level 1 Family Description Nursing and Surgical Supplies
Level 2 Category Description Wound Closure
Level 3 Group Description Sutures
Level 4 Sub-Category Description Nonabsorbable Sutures, Needled
Application Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle
Brand Ethilon
Buy American Act (BAA) Compliant No
Coating Uncoated
Country of Origin Unknown
Manufacturer J & J Healthcare Systems
Manufacturer # 1856G
McKesson # 122702
Needle 1 Code PC-1
Needle Length 13 mm
Needle Length Range 10.1 to 20 mm
Needle Material Stainless Steel Needle
Needle Shape 3/8 Circle
Needle Type Precision Conventional Cutting Needle
Number of Needles 1-Needle
Number of Strands 12-Strand
Sterility Sterile
Suture Color Black
Suture Length 18 Inch Suture
Suture Length Range 10.1 to 20 in
Suture Material Nylon
Suture Material Range Dyed Synthetic
Suture Size Size 6-0
Suture Type Monofilament
Trade Agreement Act (TAA) Compliant No
UNSPSC Code 42312201

Frequently asked questions

Why is the black color helpful for surgery?

The black dye is specifically chosen to provide superior contrast and visibility against tissue, which helps ensure high precision and accuracy during delicate surgical procedures.

Is this suture suitable for minimizing tissue inflammation?

Yes, Ethilon Nylon sutures are engineered to be highly tissue-compatible, specifically designed to minimize the acute inflammatory response to help support stable and favorable wound healing.

What type of needle comes with this suture?

This product comes pre-attached with a PC-1 precision conventional cutting needle. It is crafted from high-quality stainless steel with a 3/8 circle curvature, specifically designed for clean tissue penetration and delicate surgical tasks.

How long do these sutures maintain their strength?

As a nonabsorbable monofilament material, Ethilon Nylon is designed for long-term wound support. It undergoes an extremely slow process of encapsulation and degradation, typically lasting 1 to 2 years.

Are these sutures sterile?

Yes, all Ethilon Nylon sutures are provided in sterile packaging, ensuring they are ready for immediate clinical use in surgical environments.

Are these sutures appropriate for delicate tissue repair?

Yes, thanks to the PC-1 precision conventional cutting needle and the 6-0 monofilament thickness, this suture is specifically designed for procedures requiring high precision and delicate tissue handling.

What is the size and length of the suture strand?

The suture is a 6-0 size monofilament with a total length of 18 inches per strand.

Is the material coated?

No, this specific Ethilon Nylon suture is uncoated.

How many sutures are in a package?

Each pack contains 12 strands, with each strand coming with its own pre-attached PC-1 needle.

What is the primary material used?

These are high-quality monofilament nylon sutures, which are known for their strength, consistency, and reliability in wound closure.