Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture EPM8812SL

This PROLENE Polypropylene Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture, product code EPM8812SL, is engineered for permanent soft tissue approximation where high tensile strength, precision handling, and minimal tissue response are required. Manufactured from blue dyed polypropylene monofilament, the suture provides excellent long-term tensile strength retention, low tissue drag, and resistance to bacterial adherence.

The USP 24 diameter delivers very high tensile strength for demanding soft tissue and fascia closure. The 60 cm suture length offers controlled handling in procedures where a shorter working length improves precision.

EPM8812SL is supplied with two CC175-8 tapercut micro point needles, each measuring 9.3 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The tapercut micro point geometry enables clean, controlled penetration with reduced trauma, while EVERPOINT technology ensures consistent needle sharpness and predictable penetration performance.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional clinical and hospital environments requiring strong, permanent wound closure with enhanced precision.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament suture
• USP 24 — very high tensile strength
• 60 cm suture length for controlled handling
• CC175-8 tapercut micro point needles — 9.3 mm, 3/8 circle
• EVERPOINT technology for consistent needle sharpness
• Smooth passage with low tissue drag
• Excellent knot security
• Blue dye for enhanced visibility
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product Code: EPM8812SL
• Material: Polypropylene
• Structure: Monofilament
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• USP Size: 24
• Suture Length: 60 cm
• Needle Type: CC175-8 tapercut micro point (double-armed)
• Needle Length: 9.3 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Colour: Blue
• Technology: EVERPOINT
• Packaging: Box of 36
• Suitable For
• High-tension soft tissue approximation
• Fascia and muscle closure
• Abdominal and thoracic surgery
• Procedures requiring permanent tensile support with precise needle control