Ethicon Q706H 6-0 Perma-Hand Silk Black 1X18" C-1 Box of 36

Ethicon PERMA-HAND™ Silk | Size 6-0 | 18" Length | C-1 Needle | Q706H

The Ethicon Q706H is a high-precision, non-absorbable suture composed of organic protein called fibroin. This "Perma-Hand" silk is meticulously braided and treated with a specialized silicone coating. This unique processing significantly reduces the "drag" typically associated with natural silk, allowing the 6-0 strand to pass through delicate tissues with the smoothness of a monofilament while retaining the superior knot-tying and security characteristics of a braid.

As a 6-0 gauge suture, it is engineered for high-detail work where minimal tissue trauma and high tactile feedback are essential. The C-1 needle is a small, fine-wire taper point, specifically designed for micro-anatomical sites where space is restricted.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: Q706H

• Brand: PERMA-HAND™

• Material: Siliconized Black Braided Silk

• Suture Size: 6-0 (Fine Gauge)

• Strand Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Color: Black (High Contrast)

• Needle Name: C-1 (Circle Taper)

• Needle Length: 13 mm

• Needle Alloy: ETHALLOY™ (High-Strength Surgical Grade)

• Point Type: Taper Point (Atraumatic)

• Quantity: Box of 36 Individual Packets

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Siliconized Braiding: The proprietary silicone treatment provides "smooth-pass" technology, reducing tissue friction and wicking. This is critical in delicate mucosal or ophthalmic repairs to prevent secondary inflammation.

• Atraumatic C-1 Taper Needle: The 13 mm needle is forged from ETHALLOY™, a high-strength stainless steel that allows for a slimmer wire diameter without sacrificing rigidity. The taper point spreads tissue rather than cutting it, minimizing the needle-hole size.

• Legendary Knot Security: Silk remains the industry benchmark for "knot-down." The 6-0 PERMA-HAND™ allows the surgeon to feel the knot seat perfectly, ensuring the suture stays in place even in high-moisture or mobile anatomical regions.

• Superior Micro-Handling: The 18-inch length and 6-0 diameter provide the perfect balance for microsurgical instrumentation, offering enough length for multiple interrupted stitches without excessive "tail" clutter in the operative field.

• High-Contrast Visibility: The deep black color provides a sharp visual reference against light-colored connective tissues, sclera, or oral mucosa, facilitating faster and more accurate placement.

Applications

• Ophthalmic Surgery: Scleral and conjunctival repairs where a fine, non-irritating suture is required.

• Microvascular/Neurosurgery: Small vessel ligation and nerve sheath approximation.

• Oral & Maxillofacial: Delicate mucosal closure where patient comfort and easy removal are factors.

• Plastic Surgery: Fine-detail dermal suturing in pediatric or facial reconstructions.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed & Sterile.

• Integrity: This medical supply is securely packaged within its original manufacturer's sterile barrier. Both the inner foil pouches and the outer box of 36 are intact, ensuring full sterile integrity and lot traceability for clinical use.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical technology, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon sutures are stored in climate-controlled environments to preserve the silicone coating and needle sharpness.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced outer box to prevent compression of the sterile packets and to protect the fine 13 mm C-1 needles.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.