Ethicon Prolene 8730H Suture - Size 6-0, 18" Blue Monofilament, C-1 Needle (Box of 36)

Ethicon Prolene™ Monofilament Suture | 6-0 Gauge | C-1 Needle | 8730H

The Ethicon 8730H is a high-precision, non-absorbable surgical suture engineered for 2026 standards in ultra-fine tissue approximation. Composed of an isotactic crystalline stereoisomer of polypropylene, Prolene is clinically renowned for its nearly inert biological profile. This results in minimal tissue reaction and makes it the material of choice for sites where permanent support is required or where a "pull-out" suture technique is utilized.

At a 6-0 gauge, this suture is exceptionally fine, providing the delicate handling characteristics required for small-vessel anastomosis and high-visibility cosmetic closures.

Key Performance Features

• Inert Monofilament Material: Polypropylene is non-adherent and elicits minimal inflammatory response, making it ideal for patients with sensitivities or for use in contaminated wound beds.

• C-1 Precision Needle: The 13mm taper point needle is designed to penetrate delicate tissue without cutting, preventing "leaking" at the puncture site during vascular anastomosis.

• Controlled Linear Stretch: Prolene possesses a unique "plastic" elasticity, allowing the suture to accommodate post-operative tissue edema and then return to its original tension as swelling subsides.

• Blue Contrast Pigment: The deep blue color ensures high visibility against various tissue types, allowing for rapid and accurate knot placement under magnification.

• Smooth Tissue Passage: The monofilament surface provides a coefficient of friction lower than that of silk or braided synthetics, ensuring it glides through fragile structures without "sawing" or trauma.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Product Code: 8730H

• Suture Size: 6-0 (Ultra-Fine)

• Length: 18 inches (45 cm)

• Material: Blue Monofilament Polypropylene

• Needle Type: C-1 (13 mm, Taper Point)

• Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle

• Quantity: Box of 36 individual sutures

• Expires: 2026-05-31
  

Clinical & Institutional Advantages

• Permanent Tensile Strength: Unlike absorbable sutures, Prolene does not weaken over time, ensuring the long-term integrity of vascular grafts and structural repairs.

• Superior Cosmetic Outcomes: The 6-0 gauge and low reactivity significantly reduce the risk of "railroad track" scarring, making it a staple for facial plastic surgery and dermatology.

• Atraumatic Removal: Because tissue does not grow into the monofilament, these sutures can be removed with virtually zero drag or pain to the patient.

Ideal Applications

• Vascular Surgery: Small vessel anastomosis and peripheral vascular repairs.

• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: Fine facial closures and subcuticular stitching.

• Dermatology: High-precision wound closure on the hands, face, and neck.

• Ophthalmic Surgery: Soft tissue approximation where a non-absorbable, fine-gauge material is indicated.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Genuine Ethicon Overstock.

• Packaging: Original OEM plastic-wrapped box. The factory seal is fully intact, guaranteeing the sterile integrity of the 36 individual packets.

• Inventory Value: Sourcing genuine 8730H overstock allows your facility to maintain a stock of premium-brand sutures at a fraction of standard GPO or direct-order costs.