This PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8698H, is engineered for accurate skin and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and cosmetic precision are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.

The USP 5-0 diameter delivers fine tensile strength suitable for dermatologic and general surgical closure. The 45 cm strand length allows efficient placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation.

This product features a P-3 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle. The reverse cutting geometry enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk while supporting sharp penetration of dermal tissues. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
• USP 5-0 fine skin closure diameter
• 45 cm strand length
• P-3 PRIME™ reverse cutting needle
• Designed for dermal tissue penetration
• Smooth tissue passage
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product: PROLENE Polypropylene Suture
• Product Code: 8698H
• Suture Size: 5-0
• Length: 45 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Needle Name: P-3
• Needle Point Type: PRIME™ Reverse Cutting
• Quantity per Box: 36
• Category: Wound Closure
• Product Group: NonAbsorbable Sutures
• Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
• Suitable For
• Skin closure
• Dermatologic procedures
• General surgical closure
• Cosmetic wound approximation
• Procedures requiring sharp non-absorbable suturing