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1698G: 6-0 Ethilon P-3 18"

Monofilament, non-absorbable nylon suture. Typically used for skin closure and general soft tissue approximation.

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Specs

Product code
1698G
Brand
Ethilon
Material
Nylon
Structure
Monofilament
Size (USP)
6-0 (size chart)
Length
18"
Needle
P-3
Color
Black
Packs per box
12
Absorbed
Not absorbed
Strength
Gradually loses tensile strength over time, about 15–20% per year

Comes black, green or clear. Black is the classic skin suture because it's easy to find at removal.

Other 6-0 Ethilon codes

1665G PS-3 · 1856 PC-1 · 1856G PC-1 · 689G P-1 · 697 P-1 · 697H P-1

Same size and needle, other materials

8695G Prolene · J492H Vicryl

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Sources

  1. Ethicon Suture Chart (J&J MedTech)
  2. Ethicon Absorbable and Non-Absorbable Sutures chart, US
  3. Ethicon Wound Closure Manual

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