This Virgin Silk Blue Twisted Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model W818, is designed for delicate soft tissue approximation where precision handling and reliable knot security are essential. The suture is manufactured from blue twisted natural silk fibres, providing excellent pliability and controlled handling in fine operative environments.

The USP 8-0 (Metric 0.4) size offers ultra-fine tensile strength suitable for microsurgical, ophthalmic and delicate soft tissue procedures. The 45 cm (18 inch) length provides optimal control for precise wound closure in confined surgical fields.

This product features double-armed G-7 conventional cutting needles, engineered for accurate penetration of tougher tissues. The cutting geometry supports controlled tissue entry and consistent wound closure performance in fine surgical applications.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this suture is suitable for specialist surgical environments requiring high-precision silk suture performance.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable twisted virgin silk suture
• USP 8-0 (Metric 0.4) — ultra-fine diameter for delicate closure
• 45 cm (18 inch) suture length
• Double-armed G-7 conventional cutting needles
• Excellent pliability and knot security
• Smooth tissue passage
• Blue colour for enhanced visibility
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product: Virgin Silk Blue Twisted Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture
• Product Code: W818
• GTIN: 30705031148653
• USP Size: 8-0 (Metric 0.4)
• Suture Length: 45 cm (18 inch)
• Needle Model: G-7 Conventional Cutting (2 needles)
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Structure: Twisted (natural silk)
• Colour: Blue
• Packaging: 12 sutures per box
• Suitable For
• Microsurgical procedures
• Ophthalmic surgery
• Delicate soft tissue approximation
• Fine skin closure
• Procedures requiring ultra-fine conventional cutting penetration