Ethicon D7889 4-0 Prolene 1X54" SH-1, SH-1 ETHALLOY BX/36

Ethicon PROLENE® Polypropylene 4-0 | D7889 | Double-Armed 22mm SH-1 | 54" Blue | BX/36

The Ethicon D7889 (PROLENE®) is an elite-tier, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered specifically for complex cardiovascular and vascular reconstructions. In Size 4-0 (1.5 metric), this suture provides the delicate precision required for anastomoses while offering the structural integrity needed for high-pressure arterial systems.

This specialized configuration features an extraordinary 54-inch (137 cm) length and is Double-Armed, meaning an SH-1 (Small Half-Circle) needle is swaged onto both ends of the strand. This allows the surgeon to start a continuous "running" stitch at the midpoint of a vessel and suturing in both directions simultaneously—halving the time required for critical closures like aortic or femoral bypasses.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: PROLENE®

• Model / REF: D7889

• Suture Size: 4-0 (1.5 metric) — Precision Vascular Diameter

• Length: 54 Inches (137 cm) — Extra-Long for Continuous Closure

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

• Needle: 22mm SH-1 (1/2 Circle)

• Needle Technology: ETHALLOY® (Advanced needle alloy for superior strength)

• Needle Point: Taper Point (Atraumatic)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• ETHALLOY® Needle Strength: The SH-1 needles in the D7889 are forged from ETHALLOY®, a proprietary stainless steel alloy. This material is designed to be significantly more resistant to bending and breaking, allowing the needle to maintain its structural integrity even when passing through calcified or atherosclerotic vessels.

• Double-Armed Surgical Efficiency: By utilizing a needle at each end of the 54-inch strand, surgical teams can perform symmetrical anastomoses with a single suture unit. This reduces the number of knots required and ensures a more uniform, leak-proof seal in vascular conduits.

• Atraumatic SH-1 Taper Point: The 22mm SH-1 is the gold standard for soft tissue and vascular work. The taper point spreads tissue fibers rather than cutting them, which minimizes "needle-hole bleeding"—a critical factor in heparinized cardiovascular patients.

• Ultimate Biological Inertness: PROLENE® is a synthetic linear polyolefin that causes virtually zero tissue reaction. Its smooth monofilament surface prevents bacterial "wicking" and ensures the suture remains easy to manipulate throughout the most complex, long-duration procedures.

• Indefinite Tensile Support: Unlike absorbable materials, PROLENE® is not subject to degradation by tissue enzymes. It provides permanent support for synthetic grafts and native vessels alike.

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 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 22mm ETHALLOY® needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.