Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture X916G

This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture, product code X916G, is engineered for highly precise tissue approximation in microsurgical and vascular procedures requiring long-term tensile stability and minimal tissue reaction. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides exceptionally smooth tissue passage, excellent handling characteristics and permanent wound support.

The USP 8-0 diameter delivers ultra-fine control suitable for delicate vascular and soft tissue layers where accuracy and minimal trauma are critical. The 45 cm strand length supports controlled placement and meticulous knot tying in refined surgical fields.

This suture is supplied with a BV130-5 taperpoint needle. The taperpoint configuration enables smooth penetration of delicate vascular tissue while minimising tissue disruption and ensuring controlled needle passage. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable microsurgical wound closure.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
• USP 8-0 microsurgical diameter
• 45 cm strand length
• BV130-5 taperpoint needle
• Designed for delicate vascular tissue penetration
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Permanent wound support
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: PROLENE
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: X916G
• Category: Wound Closure
• Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
• Suture Size: USP 8-0
• Length: 45 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Needle Name: BV130-5
• Needle Point Type: Taperpoint
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• Microsurgical procedures
• Vascular anastomosis
• Delicate soft tissue approximation
• Cardiovascular surgery
• Applications requiring permanent non-absorbable support