This MERSILENE® Polyester Fibre Surgical Suture, product code 746G, is engineered for precise tissue approximation where permanent tensile strength and excellent handling characteristics are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable braided polyester, MERSILENE® delivers long-term wound support with minimal elongation and dependable knot security.

The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile control suitable for delicate surgical applications. The white braided construction enhances visibility while maintaining flexibility and smooth tissue passage.

Each suture features an 18 inch (45 cm) strand and is supplied double-armed with two 8 mm RD-1 spatulated centre point needles. This specialised needle design allows flat, controlled penetration through layered tissue planes, offering high precision and minimised tissue trauma, particularly in ophthalmic and microsurgical procedures.

As a non-absorbable material, MERSILENE® retains tensile strength indefinitely and is intended for situations requiring permanent or extended wound support. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this configuration is suitable for professional surgical environments demanding reliable non-absorbable closure performance.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable braided polyester fibre
• USP 5-0 surgical diameter
• 18 in (45 cm) strand length
• Double-armed configuration
• Two RD-1 spatulated centre point needles
• 8 mm needle length (each)
• High tensile strength with minimal elongation
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: MERSILENE®
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: 746G
• Category: Wound Closure
• Suture Size: USP 5-0
• Length: 18 in (45 cm)
• Material: Polyester (Braided)
• Colour: White
• Absorbability: Non-Absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Needle Name: RD-1 (Double-Armed)
• Needle Length: 8 mm (each)
• Needle Point Type: Cutting Edge Spatulated Centre Point
• Pledget: No
• Strands per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• Ophthalmic surgical procedures
• Delicate layered tissue approximation
• Microsurgical applications
• Situations requiring permanent wound support
• Surgical environments requiring double-armed precision