Ethicon Prolene 8695G Suture - Size 5-0, 18" Blue Monofilament, P-3 Needle (Box of 12)

Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene 6-0 | 8695G | 13mm P-3 MultiPass® | 18" Blue | BX/12

The Ethicon 8695G (PROLENE®) is a high-precision, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered for the most demanding aesthetic and reconstructive closures. In Size 6-0 (0.7 metric), this suture provides a micro-fine profile that is essential for minimizing scarring in highly visible areas such as the face, eyelids, and digits.

This configuration features the P-3 (Plastic Surgery-3) needle, enhanced with Ethicon's proprietary MultiPass® technology and ETHALLOY® needle alloy. The 13mm Prime Reverse Cutting point is specifically designed to maintain its "initial-bite" sharpness through multiple passes in dense dermal tissue, ensuring consistent, atraumatic needle penetration with minimal force.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PROLENE®

• Model / REF: 8695G

• Suture Size: 6-0 (0.7 metric) — Micro-Fine Precision Diameter

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Monofilament Polypropylene

• Color: Blue (Enhanced visual contrast for micro-surgery)

• Needle: 13mm P-3 (3/8 Circle)

• Needle Technology: MultiPass® (Advanced sharpness retention)

• Specialty Alloy: ETHALLOY® (High-strength needle steel)

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

• Quantity: Box of 12 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• MultiPass® Needle Longevity: The P-3 needle is treated with a specialized coating that reduces friction and maintains a razor-sharp edge throughout the closure. This is critical for 6-0 sutures, where any dulling of the needle would require excessive force, potentially tearing delicate skin edges.

• ETHALLOY® Needle Integrity: Forged from a proprietary stainless steel alloy, the 13mm needle is significantly more resistant to bending or breaking than standard surgical steel. This allows for total control when navigating small anatomical radii.

• Prime Reverse Cutting Precision: By placing the third cutting edge on the outer curvature of the needle, the Prime geometry directs cutting forces away from the wound line. This prevents "cheese-wiring" and results in superior wound edge eversion and cosmesis.

• Ultimate Biological Inertness: PROLENE® is a synthetic linear polyolefin that elicits virtually zero tissue reaction. Its non-porous monofilament structure does not harbor bacteria, making it ideal for external skin closures where the risk of infection must be minimized.

• Exceptional "Glide" for Removal: Because polypropylene does not adhere to tissue, the 8695G is perfect for "pull-out" techniques. The suture slides out with zero friction, protecting the newly healed incision and ensuring patient comfort.

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 inventory is rigorously inspected for lot-specific viability and storage compliance.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the fine 13mm P-3 needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.