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Ethicon Ethilon sutures are synthetic non-absorbable nylon monofilament surgical sutures designed for smooth tissue passage, dependable tensile strength and reliable wound support. Ethilon nylon sutures are widely used for skin closure, plastic surgery, dental surgery, microsurgery and external wound approximation procedures.
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Monofilament Nylon Structure
Ethilon sutures feature a smooth monofilament nylon structure designed to reduce tissue drag and support predictable tissue passage.
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Non-Absorbable Support
Designed to provide reliable wound support without absorption, making Ethilon suitable for external closure and procedures requiring durable tensile strength.
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Common Procedure Use
Frequently selected for skin closure, cosmetic surgery, dental procedures, plastic surgery and microsurgical wound approximation.
Ethilon Nylon Wound Support Profile
Ethilon nylon sutures are non-absorbable wound closure materials designed to maintain dependable tensile strength during healing.
Initial Tensile Strength
Typical Removal Timing
| Feature | Ethicon Ethilon Sutures |
|---|---|
| Suture Type | Synthetic non-absorbable nylon monofilament surgical suture |
| Material | Polyamide / Nylon |
| Structure | Monofilament |
| Absorption Profile | Non-absorbable wound support |
| Common Applications | Skin closure, cosmetic surgery, dental surgery, microsurgery |
Skin Closure
Ethilon sutures are commonly used for external skin closure and cosmetic wound approximation procedures.
Smooth Tissue Passage
The monofilament nylon structure supports reduced tissue drag and controlled tissue handling.
Reliable Tensile Strength
Designed to provide dependable wound support during tissue healing and approximation.
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Browse Ethicon Ethilon nylon surgical sutures by USP size, needle type and procedure application.
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Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black FSLX Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 1673BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black PSLX Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 1683H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 11-0 5 in (13 cm) Black BV50-3 Taper Point Needle 6.5 mm 3/8 Circle 2881G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 1 40 in (100 cm) Black CTX Taper Point Needle 48 mm 1/2 Circle 4985G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black KS Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 627H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 18 in (45 cm) Black FS-2 Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 653H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 18 in (45 cm) Black FS-1 Reverse Cutting Needle 24 mm 3/8 Circle 663H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black FS-1 Reverse Cutting Needle 24 mm 3/8 Circle 669H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Undyed Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 6-0 18 in (45 cm) Undyed P-1 Prime Cutting Needle 11 mm 3/8 Circle 689G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Clear (Undyed) Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 5-0 18 in (45 cm) Clear P-3 Prime Cutting Needle 13 mm 3/8 Circle 690G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 10-0 6 in (15 cm) Black CS140-6 Taper Point Needle 6.5 mm 3/8 Circle 7060G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle 7665H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 1 30 cm (12 in) Black FXK Reverse Cutting Needle 36 mm 3/8 Circle B7712 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Clear (Undyed) Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 2-0 30 in (75 cm) Clear KS Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle D9139 (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 7-0 (Metric 0.5) 30 cm Black GS-8 Taper Point Needle 6.5 mm 3/8 Circle EB5133H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 0 30 in (75 cm) Black PSL Reverse Cutting Needle 26 mm 3/8 Circle EH7115BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black PS-1 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 24 mm 3/8 Circle EH7563H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 30 in (75 cm) Black FS-2 Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle EH7797BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 0 30 in (75 cm) Black FSL Reverse Cutting Needle 26 mm 3/8 Circle EH7799BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 2-0 30 in (75 cm) Black PS-1 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 24 mm 3/8 Circle EH7808BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 4-0 18 in (45 cm) Black PS-1 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle 24 mm 3/8 Circle EH7957BH (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 3-0 36 in (90 cm) Black FS-2 Reverse Cutting Needle 19 mm 3/8 Circle F2415H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Ligature USP 2-0 (Metric 3) 50 cm Black Needleless (NN) F6364G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon ETHILON Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Ligature USP 1 (Metric 4) 50 cm Black Needleless (NN) F6365G (Box of 12)
