Ethicon 1678H 5-0 PERMA HAND BLACK 1X18" PS-3 MULTIPASS Box of 36

Ethicon PERMA-HAND® Silk 5-0 Suture | 1678H | 16mm PS-3 MultiPass® | 18" Black | BX/36

The Ethicon 1678H is a high-precision, non-absorbable surgical suture crafted from the finest braided silk. This Size 5-0 configuration is specifically engineered for procedures requiring extreme delicacy and a low-profile footprint. It is the clinical standard for aesthetic skin closure, delicate subcutaneous approximation, and specialized hand surgery where minimal tissue trauma and superior knot security are paramount.

Equipped with the PS-3 (Plastic Surgery-3) needle, this suture features Ethicon's proprietary MultiPass® needle technology. The 16mm Prime Reverse Cutting point is designed to maintain its sharpness through multiple passes in tough dermis, ensuring a consistent, atraumatic entry and exit with every stitch.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PERMA-HAND®

• Model / REF: 1678H

• Suture Size: 5-0 (1.0 metric) — Ultra-Fine Precision Diameter

• Suture Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Braided Surgical Silk

• Color: Black (Logwood dyed for maximum micro-visibility)

• Needle: 16mm PS-3 (3/8 Circle)

• Needle Technology: MultiPass® (Enhanced sharpness retention)

• Needle Point: Prime Reverse Cutting (Precision-honed edges)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• MultiPass® Needle Longevity: The PS-3 needle is coated and honed to retain its "initial-bite" sharpness even after several penetrations through fibrous tissue. This reduces the force required for each pass, minimizing the risk of tearing delicate skin edges.

• Prime Reverse Cutting Precision: By placing the cutting edge on the outer curvature of the needle, the PS-3 directs the cutting force away from the wound tension line. This "Prime" geometry is specifically engineered for cosmetic closures to ensure the smallest possible needle track.

• Exceptional "Hand" and Pliability: Braided silk is renowned for its zero-memory handling. Unlike synthetic monofilaments, Size 5-0 silk lays flat immediately upon removal from the packet, allowing for highly controlled, sub-millimeter knot placement.

• Superior Knot Security: The high coefficient of friction inherent in braided silk creates a mechanical "lock." In Size 5-0, this provides the critical security needed for fine ligatures or skin closures that are subject to constant micromovement.

• High-Contrast Visibility: The deep black dye provides a sharp silhouette against the surgical field, which is essential for accuracy when working under high-magnification surgical loupes.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 36 individual sterile foil packets are factory-sealed, ensuring 100% sterility and clinical performance.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in Hospital Materials and Surgical Services, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon stock is rigorously inspected for expiration viability and storage compliance.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the 16mm PS-3 needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.