Ethicon 8571G 2-0 PROLENE BLUE 1X14" TS DOUBLE ARMED, Box of 12

Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene 2-0 | 8571G | Double-Armed 48mm TS | 14" Blue | BX/12

The Ethicon 8571G (PROLENE®) is a high-tensile, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered for specialized closure techniques requiring extreme needle leverage. This Size 2-0 (3.0 metric) polypropylene suture is unique for its Double-Armed configuration, featuring two massive 48mm TS (Thoracic/Skin) needles on a single 14-inch strand.

This specific setup is the clinical standard for "pull-out" subcuticular stitches, tendon anchoring, and large-scale skin closures where the surgeon must pass the suture through dense, fibrous tissue from two directions simultaneously. PROLENE® remains the most biologically inert synthetic material available, ensuring minimal inflammatory response and easy removal after long-term wound support.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PROLENE®

• Model / REF: 8571G

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

• Length: 14 Inches (35 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polypropylene

• Color: Blue (For maximum visual contrast)

• Configuration: Double-Armed (Needle at both ends)

• Needle Name: TS / TS (Thoracic/Skin)

• Needle Length: 48 mm (Extremely Large)

• Needle Point: Reverse Cutting (Precision-honed for dense tissue)

• Quantity: Box of 12 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Double-Armed Efficiency: The presence of two 48mm needles allows for complex "figure-of-eight" or mattress sutures without the need to re-thread or use multiple strands. This is highly effective for anchoring deep fascia or managing large, high-tension incisions.

• 48mm TS Needle Leverage: The TS needle is one of the largest in the Ethicon catalog. At 48mm, it provides immense leverage for penetrating thick dermis, scar tissue, or cartilaginous structures, allowing the surgeon to maintain control through the entire arc of the stitch.

• Precision Reverse Cutting Point: The reverse cutting edge is specifically designed to direct force away from the wound edge, preventing "cheese-wiring" in high-tension areas like the knee, hip, or abdominal wall.

• Inert Monofilament Glide: PROLENE® is a single, smooth strand. This ensures that even a 14-inch subcuticular stitch can be "pulled out" weeks later with minimal friction and no pain to the patient, as tissue does not adhere to the polypropylene surface.

• Permanent Structural Integrity: Unlike absorbable sutures, the 8571G maintains 100% of its tensile strength indefinitely. This makes it ideal for structural repairs that must withstand significant physiological movement during the healing phase.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 12 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 and hospital materials, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon stock is rigorously inspected for lot-specific viability and storage compliance.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the large 48mm TS needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.