Ethicon 8425H 1 PROLENE BLUE 1X30" CT-1 Box of 36

Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene 1 | 8425H | 36mm CT-1 Taper | 30" Blue | BX/36

The Ethicon 8425H (PROLENE®) is a heavy-gauge, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered for permanent, high-strength tissue approximation. In Size 1 (4.0 metric), this is one of the strongest synthetic monofilaments available, designed specifically to withstand the significant mechanical stress of the abdominal wall and large joint reconstructions.

PROLENE® is biologically inert, meaning it does not cause the inflammatory response often seen with natural fibers or braided synthetics. Its monofilament construction ensures a smooth, "friction-free" passage through dense tissue, reducing the risk of "sawing" or accidental tissue trauma during placement.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PROLENE®

• Model / REF: 8425H

• Suture Size: 1 (4.0 metric) — Maximum Structural Strength

• Length: 30 Inches (75 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polypropylene

• Color: Blue (For high-contrast visibility against vascularized tissue)

• Needle: 36mm CT-1 (1/2 Circle)

• Needle Point: Taper Point (Atraumatic)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Indefinite Tensile Strength: Unlike absorbable sutures that lose strength over weeks, PROLENE® Size 1 maintains its original structural integrity indefinitely. This is the "gold standard" for patients at risk for delayed wound healing or incisional hernias.

• CT-1 Needle Leverage: The 36mm CT-1 needle is a heavy-duty taper point designed to penetrate thick fascia without bending. The taper geometry spreads tissue fibers rather than cutting them, ensuring the most secure anchor possible in structural layers.

• Infection Resistance: As a non-porous monofilament, PROLENE® does not allow for bacterial "wicking" within the strand. This makes it the preferred choice for closure in contaminated surgical fields or for patients with compromised immune systems.

• Dynamic Tension Handling: Polypropylene has a unique "plastic" property that allows it to stretch slightly under edema and then return to its original state. This adaptability helps prevent the suture from cutting through tissue (cheese-wiring) during the post-operative swelling phase.

• Exceptional Knot Security: Despite its thickness, the 8425H provides excellent tactile feedback. The material slightly flattens when the knot is seated, creating a mechanical lock that stays secure under high physiological loads.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 36 individual sterile packets are factory-sealed, ensuring 100% sterility and consistent needle-to-suture attachment strength.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical services and hospital materials, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon inventory is rigorously inspected for lot-specific viability and storage compliance.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the 36mm CT-1 needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain pristine during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.