Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture USP 5-0 75 cm (30 in) C-1 Taper Point Needle 8890H (Box of 36)
This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8890H, is engineered for precise cardiovascular and vascular tissue approximation where refined handling and durability 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 performance suitable for vascular repair and soft tissue reconstruction. The 75 cm (30 inch) strand length enables effective operative reach and controlled placement during anastomosis procedures.
This product features a C-1 taper point needle (13 mm). The taper point geometry ensures atraumatic penetration of vessels and soft tissues, supporting accurate placement and consistent surgical performance. 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 refined cardiovascular diameter
- 75 cm (30 inch) strand length
- C-1 taper point needle
- 13 mm needle length
- Atraumatic vessel penetration
- Minimal tissue reactivity
- Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product: PROLENE® Polypropylene Suture
- Product Code: 8890H
- Suture Size: 5-0
- Length: 30 in (75 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: C-1
- Needle Length: 13 mm
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 30 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Soft tissue reconstruction
- Procedures requiring durable non-absorbable support