This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8683, is engineered for reliable dermal and soft tissue approximation in procedures where precision and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE® ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.

The USP 4-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for skin and soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports accurate placement and secure knot tying during routine and specialist surgical procedures.

This suture is supplied with an FS-2 reverse cutting needle (19 mm). The reverse cutting configuration enhances needle strength and reduces tissue cut-through risk, making it particularly suitable for skin and tougher dermal layers in . Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
• USP 4-0 surgical diameter
• 45 cm strand length
• FS-2 needle design
• 19 mm reverse cutting needle
• Designed for dermal and tougher tissue penetration
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Permanent wound support
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: PROLENE®
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: W8683
• Category:
• Suture Size: USP 4-0
• Length: 45 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Needle Name: FS-2
• Needle Length: 19 mm
• Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
• Pledget: No
• Strands per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• skin closure
• General surgery
• Procedures requiring sharp dermal penetration
• Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing