Ethicon PROLENE (Polypropylen) suture material

The monofilament Ethicon PROLENE is a non-absorbable suture material made of isotactic polypropylene with a uniform crystal structure. Slow encapsulation of the thread causes only a slight tissue reaction. PROLENE is characterized by smooth tissue penetration and minimizes suture rejection and the formation of wound cavities. The material does not stick to the tissue, making it easier to remove the sutures. It is suitable for ligating soft tissue and for cardiovascular, ophthalmic and neurological procedures.

Product details

• Non-absorbable suture material
• Ready-to-use needle-suture combination
• Synthetic thread for minimal tissue reaction
• Monofilament with uniform diameter
• No promotion of bacterial growth
• Particularly suitable for sutures that need to be pulled later
• Stable needles with carefully processed reinforcement
• Special features of Ethicon needles:
• VISI-BLACK: black needle body for better visibility
• PRIME Reverse Cutting: the PRIME cut ensures even penetration and reduced tissue trauma, the needle tip has a reduced mass and is particularly sharp
• MULTIPASS: the special coating from the tip to the reinforcement offers a particularly smooth and even tissue passage throughout the entire suturing process - for optimal cosmetic results
• Areas of application: Adaptation of soft tissue and/or ligature, general and plastic surgery, neurology, ophthalmology, cardiology
• Suture type: Monofilament, non-absorbable
• Color: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Coating: none
• Resorption: non-absorbable, becomes enveloped by connective tissue over time
• Contents (box): 36 threads
• Individually sealed
• Sterile
• Available in different variants

Optimized packaging

The Ethicon suture material is placed on a wrapping carrier to ensure easy removal of the needle-suture combination. The shape of the RELAY tray packaging helps to reduce suture memory. The suture material quickly returns to its original shape after removal and does not show any kinks. The One-Step RELAY Zipper design also enables direct access to the needle without a pull tab, thus saving time in the operating room.

All suture material packaging, from the carton to the RELAY tray, is printed with clear labeling and an optical color code. The standardized marking of each suture material helps to minimize errors and enables simple ordering and efficient stock-keeping. The packaging materials such as plastic wrapping carriers, films and cardboard outer packaging are recyclable. Great importance is attached to environmental compatibility both in the product design and in the manufacture of Ethicon articles.

Package contents

• 1 pack of Ethicon PROLENE suture material containing 36 pieces in the selected variant