2808: 8-0 Ethilon BV130-5 5"
Monofilament, non-absorbable nylon suture. Typically used for skin closure and general soft tissue approximation.
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Specs
- Product code
- 2808
- Brand
- Ethilon
- Material
- Nylon
- Structure
- Monofilament
- Size (USP)
- 8-0 (size chart)
- Length
- 5"
- Needle
- BV130-5
- 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 8-0 Ethilon codes
1714G TG100-8 · 2822G BV130-3 · 9038 CS175-8
Same size and needle, other materials
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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.