Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture | USP 6-0 | 60 cm (24 in) | Double-Armed BV Taper Point Needles | 8610H (Box of 36)
This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8610H, is engineered for precise vascular tissue approximation where refined handling and long-term durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE® delivers smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.
The USP 6-0 diameter provides fine performance suitable for vascular repair and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 60 cm (24 inch) strand length allows controlled placement and flexibility during anastomosis.
This product features double-armed BV taper point needles (11 mm). The taper point geometry supports atraumatic vessel penetration, ensuring accurate placement and consistent vascular suturing 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 6-0 fine vascular diameter
- 60 cm (24 inch) strand length
- Double-armed BV needles
- 11 mm taper point 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: 8610H
- Suture Size: 6-0
- Length: 24 in (60 cm)
- Colour: Blue
- Material: Polypropylene
- Absorbability: Non-absorbable
- Directionality: Unidirectional
- Needle Name: BV (Double Armed)
- Needle Length: 11 mm (each)
- Needle Point Type: Taper Point
- Strands Per Pack: 1
- Pack Strand/Length: 1 x 24 in
- QTY/BX: 36
- Category: Wound Closure
- Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
- Suitable For
- Vascular anastomosis
- Arterial and venous repair
- Microvascular procedures
- Delicate soft tissue approximation
- Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing