Ethicon 593H ETHILON 2-0 Black 1X18" PS-2 19mm BX/36

Ethicon ETHILON® Nylon 2-0 Suture | 593H | 19mm PS-2 MultiPass® | 18" Black | BX/36

The Ethicon 593H represents the pinnacle of skin closure technology, combining the high-tensile strength of Size 2-0 Monofilament Nylon with the advanced engineering of the PS-2 (Precision Cosmetic) needle. As part of the premium ETHILON® line, this suture is designed for clinicians who require the mechanical strength of a 2-0 gauge without sacrificing the cosmetic delicacy of a plastic surgery-grade needle.

The defining feature of the 593H is the MultiPass® needle, forged from proprietary ETHALLOY®. This specialty needle is engineered to maintain its "factory-sharp" edge over multiple passes through tough tissue, ensuring consistent penetration and superior aesthetic outcomes from the first stitch to the last.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: ETHILON®

• Model / REF: 593H

• Suture Size: 2-0 (3.0 metric) – High Strength

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polyamide 6 (Nylon)

• Color: Black (High-contrast for easy identification)

• Needle: 19mm, 3/8 Circle PS-2 (Precision Cosmetic)

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

• Needle Specialty: MultiPass® Technology / ETHALLOY® Construction

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• MultiPass® Performance: Standard needles can dull after 3–4 passes through the dermis. MultiPass® needles are specifically treated to retain sharpness and reduce "force-to-penetrate" throughout the entire closure, significantly reducing tissue trauma and postoperative scarring.

• ETHALLOY® Needle Alloy: Forged from a unique stainless steel alloy, the PS-2 needle provides 40% greater resistance to bending compared to standard surgical steel. This allows for thinner needle profiles that maintain extreme structural integrity in dense anatomical sites.

• PRIME Reverse Cutting Edge: The PRIME geometry features a more refined cutting edge on the outer curvature of the needle. This provides a clean, vertical incision through the tissue, preventing "zipper" tearing and ensuring an everted, well-approximated wound edge.

• Infection-Resistant Monofilament: The single-strand Nylon 6 construction lacks the interstices of braided materials, effectively eliminating "wicking" (capillarity). This prevents bacterial colonization of the suture track, a critical factor in successful cutaneous healing.

• Size 2-0 Structural Support: The 2-0 gauge is the "workhorse" for high-tension areas (trunk, scalp, and extremities). It provides the necessary mechanical leverage to close deep defects while the PS-2 needle ensures the entry/exit points remain as atraumatic as possible.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. Both the 36 individual sterile foils and the outer box are intact, ensuring absolute sterility and clinical performance.

• Expertise: With over 25 years of experience in surgical and wound closure supplies, Primis Medical verifies that all Ethicon stock is rigorously inspected for expiration viability and seal integrity.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the precision-honed PS-2 needles and maintain the integrity of the 36-count sterile seals.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.