1668H: 5-0 Ethilon PS-3 18"
Monofilament, non-absorbable nylon suture. Typically used for skin closure and general soft tissue approximation.
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See 1668G on AmazonSame suture as 1668H, sold as 1668G (different box count).
Specs
- Product code
- 1668H
- Brand
- Ethilon
- Material
- Nylon
- Structure
- Monofilament
- Size (USP)
- 5-0 (size chart)
- Length
- 18"
- Needle
- PS-3
- Color
- Black
- Packs per box
- 36
- 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 5-0 Ethilon codes
1666H PS-2 · 661H FS-2 · 690 P-3 · 690G P-3 · 698H P-3
Same size and needle, other materials
1678H Perma-Hand silk
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Sources
- Ethicon Suture Chart (J&J MedTech)
- Ethicon Absorbable and Non-Absorbable Sutures chart, US
- Ethicon Wound Closure Manual
Always check the package insert for the product you're using.