EthiconItem # 863501MPN 8635G

Suture Prolene 5-0 Blue Mono 18" PC-3 Reverse Cutting 3/8 Circle, 12/Bx

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PROLENE® Polypropylene Suture

PROLENE Sutures (clear or pigmented) are non-absorbable, sterile surgical sutures composed of an isotactic crystalline steroisomer of polypropylene, a synthetic linear polyolefin. The suture is pigment blue to enhance visibility. PROLENE Sutures are indicated for use in general soft tissue approximating and/or ligation, including use in cardiovascular, ophthalmic procedures, and neurological procedures. PROLENE Sutures have been trusted by cardiovascular surgeons for over 40 years having been used in over 100 million people worldwide.

Non-absorbable

Size 5-0

Blue Monofilament

18 inch

Needle PC-3

Reverse Cutting

3/8 Circle

12 per box

Color: Blue
Manufacturer: Ethicon
Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
Sold By: Box of 12
Suture Size: 5-0

How does the visibility of the blue pigment in the PROLENE suture assist during complex surgeries like cardiovascular procedures?

The blue pigment in PROLENE sutures enhances visibility against tissue, supporting more precise placement and reducing surgery time in complex cardiovascular procedures [Manufacturer Info].

What are the advantages of using a non-absorbable suture like PROLENE in neurological surgeries compared to absorbable alternatives?

Non-absorbable sutures like PROLENE provide long-term tissue support, crucial for neurological procedures where tissue integrity must be maintained indefinitely [Manufacturer Info].

As a first-time user, how should I prepare my operating environment to optimize the use of the Suture Prolene for cardiovascular repairs?

Ensure good lighting and appropriate surgical instruments are available to handle the specific characteristics of PROLENE sutures, such as their monofilament and blue pigmentation for visibility [Product Specs][Manufacturer Info].

Are there any known limitations or contraindications for using the PROLENE suture in ophthalmic procedures?

PROLENE sutures are generally safe for ophthalmic procedures, but caution should be exercised in patients with sensitivities to polypropylene or where finer suture sizes may be required [Manufacturer Info].

Given that these sutures are non-absorbable, how do I know when they should be removed or if they can be left in indefinitely for certain procedures?

PROLENE sutures are designed to be permanent and do not require removal unless they cause complications or are used superficially where removal is typically easier and safer [Manufacturer Info].

Suture Prolene 5-0 Blue Mono 18" PC-3 Reverse Cutting 3/8 Circle, 12/Bx

Suture Prolene 5-0 Blue Mono 18" PC-3 Reverse Cutting 3/8 Circle, 12/Bx

Suture Prolene 5-0 Blue Mono 18" PC-3 Reverse Cutting 3/8 Circle, 12/Bx

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