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Description

ETHILON™ Monofilament Suture, Black, 5", Size 9-0, BV130-5 Needle is a sterile, nonabsorbable surgical suture composed of polyamide 6, a long-chain aliphatic polymer. As a monofilament, it offers a smooth surface for reduced tissue drag, promoting precise placement and minimal trauma during suturing. The suture maintains high tensile strength with minimal memory, allowing for reliable knot tying and excellent handling characteristics.

The suture is dyed black to enhance visibility in the operative field, facilitating accuracy in delicate procedures. ETHILON™ is known for eliciting only a minimal acute inflammatory reaction from surrounding tissue. Its nonabsorbable nature and smooth composition lead to a slow encapsulation and degradation process, typically taking one to two years, making it suitable for extended tissue support when needed.

The material’s low tissue reactivity and high biocompatibility make it particularly appropriate for use in microsurgery, ophthalmic procedures, and delicate skin closures where fine suture size and minimal scar formation are critical. Its stability under biological conditions ensures long-lasting mechanical performance and wound security.