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Ethicon Ethilon Sutures USP 3-0, 3/8 Circle Cutting – NW3321 is a type of surgical suture manufactured by Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson.Here is a breakdown of what each component of the name means:
Ethicon: The name of the company that produces the suture
Ethilon: The name of the suture material, which is a monofilament nylon suture that is non-absorbable. Ethilon sutures are known for their high tensile strength, good handling properties, and smooth tissue passage.
Sutures: The general term for surgical threads used to sew together incisions or wounds
USP 3-0: A designation that refers to the size of the suture. USP stands for United States Pharmacopeia, and 3-0 indicates the diameter of the suture thread. USP 3-0 is a mid-range size that is commonly used for general surgery and wound closure.
3/8 Circle Cutting: This refers to the shape of the needle that is attached to the suture. A cutting needle has a sharp, triangular point that is designed to cut through tissue. The 3/8 circle indicates the curvature of the needle.
NW3321: This is a product code or reference number that identifies the specific product.
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