Ethicon PROLENE Polypropylene Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture | USP 6-0 | 60 cm | BV-1 Taperpoint Needles 9.3 mm | 3/8 Circle with EVERPOINT Technology | EP8703H (Box of 36)
This PROLENE Polypropylene Non-Absorbable Monofilament Surgical Suture, product code EP8703H, is engineered for dependable permanent wound closure and soft tissue approximation. The suture is constructed from blue dyed polypropylene monofilament, providing long-term tensile strength retention, reduced tissue drag, and minimal tissue reactivity.
This configuration is sized USP 6-0, offering a fine diameter suitable for general soft tissue, cardiovascular, ophthalmic, and neurological procedures where controlled handling and precise placement are required. The 60 cm suture length provides ample workspace for suturing various tissue layers.
EP8703H features two BV-1 taperpoint needles, each measuring 9.3 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The taperpoint design enables smooth penetration through tissue with low trauma, while EVERPOINT technology maintains consistent needle sharpness throughout use for predictable performance.
Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is designed for clinical and hospital environments requiring precision, strength, and excellent handling in wound closure.
- Key Features
- Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament suture
- USP 6-0 — fine surgical diameter
- 60 cm suture length
- BV-1 taperpoint needles — 9.3 mm, 3/8 circle
- EVERPOINT technology for consistent needle sharpness
- Smooth passage with low tissue drag
- Excellent knot performance
- Blue dye for enhanced visibility
- Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
- Technical Specifications
- Brand: Ethicon
- Product Code: EP8703H
- GTIN: 30705031208227
- Material: Polypropylene
- Structure: Monofilament
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- USP Size: 6-0
- Suture Length: 60 cm
- Needle Type: BV-1 taperpoint (double-armed)
- Needle Length: 9.3 mm
- Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
- Colour: Blue
- Technology: EVERPOINT
- Packaging: Box of 36
- Suitable For
- General soft tissue closure
- Cardiovascular surgery
- Ophthalmic procedures
- Neurosurgical soft tissue approximation
- Precision wound support and ligation