Ethicon 1855G ETHILON 5-0 Black 1X18" PC-1 13mm BX/12

Ethicon ETHILON™ Nylon Suture | Size 5-0 | 18" Length | PC-1 MULTI-PASS™ | 1855G

The Ethicon 1855G is a high-precision, non-absorbable monofilament suture composed of Polyamide 6 (Nylon). Ethilon™ is the global clinical standard for cutaneous (skin) closure due to its remarkable tensile strength and exceptionally low tissue reactivity. The 5-0 gauge provides an ultra-fine diameter, making it ideal for delicate anatomical areas—such as the face, neck, and hands—where minimizing suture marks and maximizing cosmetic outcomes are the primary objectives.

This configuration features the PC-1 (Precision Cosmetic) needle, enhanced with MULTI-PASS™ technology and forged from ETHALLOY™ silver-colored needle alloy. This combination ensures the needle remains sharp and rigid through multiple penetrations of tough dermal tissue, providing the surgeon with consistent control from the first stitch to the last.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: 1855G

• Material: Polyamide 6 (Nylon Monofilament)

• Suture Size: 5-0 (Fine Gauge)

• Strand Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Color: Black (High Contrast)

• Needle Name: PC-1 (Precision Cosmetic)

• Needle Technology: MULTI-PASS™ (Advanced Sharpness Retention)

• Needle Length: 13 mm

• Needle Alloy: ETHALLOY™ (High-Strength Surgical Grade)

• Point Type: Conventional Cutting (Precision Point)

• Quantity: Box of 12 Foil Packets

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• MULTI-PASS™ Needle Longevity: The PC-1 needle is engineered with a proprietary coating that reduces penetration force. Unlike standard needles that dull after a few passes, MULTI-PASS™ technology ensures the 13mm tip retains its edge, reducing tissue trauma and "needle-drag" during complex multi-layer closures.

• Non-Absorbable Monofilament Security: Nylon 6 is inherently resistant to infection. Its smooth, non-porous surface provides no "braided" interstices for bacterial colonization, making it the safest choice for external skin closure where the suture will be removed post-healing.

• ETHALLOY™ Suture Needle Alloy: Forged from a specialized stainless steel alloy, the PC-1 needle is significantly more resistant to bending and breaking than standard surgical steel. This allows for a slimmer needle profile, which results in a smaller entry hole and less visible scarring.

• Precision Point Conventional Cutting: The cutting edge is on the inner curvature of the 13mm needle. This geometry is specifically designed for the delicate "eversion" of skin edges, ensuring the wound heals flat and without "railroad track" scarring.

• High-Contrast Visibility: The deep black color of the 5-0 monofilament provides a sharp visual reference against both blood and various skin tones, facilitating fast and accurate suture placement and simplified removal.

Applications

• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: Fine-detail facial closures, blepharoplasty, and pediatric reconstructions.

• Dermatological Surgery: Closure of excision sites and Mohs micrographic surgery defects.

• General Surgery: Superficial skin closure for laparoscopic port sites or small incisions.

• Emergency Medicine: High-precision repair of facial or hand lacerations.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed & Sterile.

• Integrity: This medical supply is securely packaged within its original manufacturer's sterile barrier. Both the inner foil pouches and the outer box of 12 are intact, ensuring full sterile integrity and lot traceability for clinical use.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical technology, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon sutures are stored in climate-controlled, medical-grade environments to preserve the MULTI-PASS™ coating and needle sharpness.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced outer box to prevent compression of the sterile packets and to protect the fine 13 mm PC-1 needles.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.