Ethicon Prolene Sutures USP 6-0, 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting – NW878 -12 Foils

Needle Length: 12mm

Suture Length: 45cm

Colour: Blue

Suture Type: Synthetic Monofilament

Absorption Profile: Non Absorbable

Suture Diameter: USP 6-0

Suture Material: Polypropylene

Needle Description: 12mm, 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle

Tensile Strength: Indefinite Breaking Strength Retention

₹3,097.00

Ethicon Prolene Sutures USP 6-0, 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting – NW878 -12 Foils is a type of surgical suture manufactured by Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson.

Here is a breakdown of what each component of the name means:

Ethicon: The name of the company that produces the suture
Prolene: The name of the suture material, which is a non-absorbable, synthetic suture made from polypropylene. Prolene sutures are known for their strength, resistance to infection, and minimal tissue reaction.
Sutures: The general term for surgical threads used to sew together incisions or wounds
USP 6-0: A designation that refers to the size of the suture. USP stands for United States Pharmacopeia, and 6-0 indicates the diameter of the suture thread. USP 6-0 is very thin and is often used in delicate surgeries or for closing small incisions or wounds.
3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting: This refers to the shape of the needle that is attached to the suture. A reverse cutting needle has a triangular point that is designed to cut through tissue without causing excessive damage. The 3/8 circle indicates the curvature of the needle.
NW878: This is a product code or reference number that identifies the specific product.
12 Foils: Indicates that the product is packaged in 12 foil packs.