Ethicon 1671H 3-0 ETHILON 1X30" FSL BLACK Box of 36

Ethicon 1671H 3-0 ETHILON 1X30" FSL BLACK Box of 36

Ethicon ETHILON® Nylon 3-0 Suture | 1671H | 30" Black | 30mm FSL | BX/36

The Ethicon 1671H is a high-performance, non-absorbable monofilament suture engineered for robust primary closure. Composed of Polyamide 6 (Nylon), the ETHILON® series is the global clinical standard for skin and fascia repair. This Size 3-0 configuration is the specialized "extended reach" version of the standard 3-0 suture, providing a 30-inch (75 cm) strand for procedures requiring continuous suturing or deep-layer access where shorter strands would necessitate frequent instrument changes.

Equipped with the FSL (Fascia Suture Large) needle, a 30mm, 3/8 circle reverse cutting instrument, this suture is designed to provide substantial "bites" through thick dermis and underlying fascia, ensuring a secure and stable wound edge in high-tension areas like the extremities or torso.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: ETHILON®

• Model / REF: 1671H

• Suture Size: 3-0 (2.0 metric) — Versatile Tensile Strength

• Length: 30 Inches (75 cm) — Extended Reach / Continuous Suture Capable

• Material: Monofilament Polyamide 6 (Nylon)

• Color: Black (High-contrast for easy identification and removal)

• Needle: 30mm, 3/8 Circle FSL

• Needle Point: Reverse Cutting (Cutting edge on the outer curvature)

• Quantity: Full Box of 36 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• FSL (30mm) Needle Utility: The FSL needle is larger and more robust than the standard FS-1, allowing for deeper penetration through dense dermal layers. Its reverse cutting geometry ensures a clean vertical incision through the tissue, preventing "zipper" tearing toward the wound edge.

• Infection-Resistant Monofilament: The single-strand Nylon construction lacks the "wicking" properties (capillarity) found in braided sutures. This prevents bacteria from being drawn into the wound track, significantly reducing the risk of localized surgical site infection (SSI).

• Extended 30" Strand: The 75cm length is ideal for "running" (continuous) sutures, allowing the surgeon to close long incisions or multiple layers without needing to open additional packets mid-closure, thereby improving operative efficiency.

• Elastic "Stretch and Recovery": ETHILON® possesses inherent elasticity. It accommodates postoperative edema (swelling) by stretching slightly, then returns to its original tension as swelling subsides, preventing the suture from "cheese-wiring" or cutting into the tissue.

• Low Tissue Reactivity: Being chemically inert, Polyamide 6 elicits minimal inflammatory response. This promotes a cleaner healing environment and reduces the likelihood of "track-mark" scarring.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. Both the 36 individual sterile foil packets and the outer "H-box" are intact, ensuring absolute sterility and clinical performance.

• Knot Security: As with all smooth monofilaments, it is recommended to use at least 5 throws (square knots) to ensure maximum security against the material's natural "memory."