Orthopaedic surgery · Professional supply
Orthopaedic sutures
Compare the current orthopaedic collection of non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament sutures across Ethicon PROLENE, Luxsutures LUXYLENE and selected STRATAFIX configurations. Narrow the range by USP size, colour, strand, needle and catalogue code.
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Polypropylene monofilament
Non-absorbable range
Single & double armed
Ethicon & Luxsutures
Compare orthopaedic product groups
Every current product is a polypropylene non-absorbable monofilament suture, but colours, sizes, strands and needle configurations vary substantially. Match the complete approved specification.
Product groupFormat in the collectionImportant selection points
Ethicon PROLENE blueBlue polypropylene non-absorbable monofilamentMatch USP size, strand length, needle code, point, curvature, arming and Ethicon code.
Ethicon PROLENE undyedUndyed polypropylene non-absorbable monofilamentConfirm colour as well as the complete size, strand, needle and packaging specification.
Luxsutures LUXYLENEPolypropylene non-absorbable monofilamentCheck Luxsutures needle naming, size, supplied length, arming and box quantity.
Ethicon STRATAFIXSelected polypropylene non-absorbable configurationsVerify the precise product design, directionality, strand, needle combination and catalogue code.
Explore related collections
Compare the principal polypropylene ranges, browse sutures grouped for tendon repair, or return to the wider non-absorbable catalogue.
Ethicon brand range
Ethicon PROLENE
Browse Ethicon polypropylene sutures by size, strand, needle and manufacturer code.
View Ethicon PROLENE → Material collectionPROLENE / Polypropylene
Compare the wider polypropylene selection across available brands and specifications.
Compare polypropylene → Procedure collectionSutures for tendon repair
Browse products grouped for tendon repair purchasing by material, size and needle.
View tendon repair sutures → Wider material rangeNon-absorbable sutures
Compare polypropylene, nylon, polyester, silk and other non-absorbable families.
View non-absorbable sutures →Find the correct orthopaedic suture
Start with the approved theatre list, original packaging or purchasing specification. Even within polypropylene, differences in size, colour, strand, needle, arming or pack format identify different products.
Confirm brand and materialMatch the required brand, polypropylene material and non-absorbable monofilament construction.
Match strand and needleCheck USP size, colour, length, needle code, point, diameter, curvature and arming.
Verify the catalogue codeConfirm brand, complete manufacturer code and pack quantity before ordering.
MaterialSynthetic non-absorbable polypropylene
Listed brandsEthicon PROLENE, Ethicon STRATAFIX and Luxsutures LUXYLENE
Selection basisBrand, USP size, colour, strand, needle, catalogue code and current IFU
Orthopaedic suture FAQs
What products are included in this collection?
The current collection consists of polypropylene non-absorbable monofilament sutures across Ethicon PROLENE, Ethicon STRATAFIX and Luxsutures LUXYLENE configurations.
Does this collection only contain polypropylene sutures?
Yes. Every currently listed product is described as a polypropylene non-absorbable monofilament suture. Confirm the individual product specification before purchase.
Are both single- and double-armed products included?
Yes. The catalogue includes single- and double-armed configurations. Confirm the number of needles, individual needle codes, geometry and strand length.
Which needle types are included?
The collection includes taper point, tapercut, reverse cutting, conventional cutting, spatula and other product-specific needle configurations. Match the complete needle specification.
How do I identify the correct product code?
Match the brand, material, absorbability, construction, USP size, colour, strand length, complete needle specification and pack quantity before confirming the manufacturer catalogue code.
Professional-use information: This page supports product identification and purchasing only and is not clinical guidance. Product availability, packaging and specifications can change. Qualified healthcare professionals should confirm suitability and consult the manufacturer’s current labelling and instructions for use.
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Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 6-0 60 cm C-1 Taper Point Needle W8718 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Microsurgical Suture USP 10-0 23 cm Double-Armed STC-6 Reverse Spatula Needles (16 mm) W1713 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® with HEMOSEAL Technology Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 4-0 36 in (91 cm) Double-Armed SH Taper Point Needles (26 mm) HS6855H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – KP-3 Conventional Cutting Needle (90 mm) – W987 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 100 cm – V-38 Tapercut Needle (31 mm) – W982G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – V-7 Tapercut Needle – W8977 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – V-5 Tapercut Needle (17 mm) – W8937 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 120 cm – V-7 TAPERCUT® Needle (26 mm) – EH7779H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – CC-40 TAPERCUT® Needle – W8852 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – Double-Armed CC-30 TAPERCUT® Needles (31 mm) – W8850 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Veterinary Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – KS-55 Reverse Cutting Needle (55 mm) – W8571 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – MH-1 Taper Point Needle – W8526 (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 45 cm – PS PRIME™ Reverse Cutting Needle (26 mm) – W8026T (Box of 24) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 100 cm – KS-75 Reverse Cutting Needle (75 mm) – W753G (Box of 12) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 45 cm – UR-6 Taper Point Needle – VC5673H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 120 cm – Double-Armed MH Taper Point Needles (36 mm) – PGG5614H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 (Metric 3) – 45 cm – PS-1 PRIME™ Reverse Cutting Needle – EH7756H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 45 cm – PS-2 PRIME MULTIPASS® Reverse Cutting Needle – EH7555H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 75 cm (30 in) – CT-2 Taper Point Needle – 8411H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 75 cm – PS-1 PRIME™ Reverse Cutting Needle – EH7550H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm (36 in) – Double-Armed MH Taper Point Needles – 8843H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm (30 in) – FSLX Reverse Cutting Needle – 8690H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 45 cm (18 in) – FS Reverse Cutting Needle – 8685H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 75 cm – FS Reverse Cutting Needle – 8666H (Box of 36)
