1856: 6-0 Ethilon PC-1 18"
Monofilament, non-absorbable nylon suture. Typically used for skin closure and general soft tissue approximation.
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Specs
- Product code
- 1856
- Brand
- Ethilon
- Material
- Nylon
- Structure
- Monofilament
- Size (USP)
- 6-0 (size chart)
- Length
- 18"
- Needle
- PC-1
- Color
- Dyed
- 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 · 1698G P-3 · 1856G PC-1 · 689G P-1 · 697 P-1 · 697H P-1
Same size and needle, other materials
J833G Vicryl
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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.