This MERSILENE™ Polyester Fibre Surgical Suture, product code R690G, is engineered for precise soft tissue approximation where permanent tensile strength and dependable knot security are required. Manufactured from braided polyester, MERSILENE™ delivers long-term wound support with minimal elongation and consistent handling characteristics.

The USP 5-0 diameter provides fine tensile performance suitable for delicate tissue closure in controlled surgical environments. The white braided construction offers smooth handling and predictable knot tying performance in plastic, reconstructive and specialist procedures.

Each suture is supplied as a single 18 inch (45 cm) strand per pack, providing controlled working length for smaller operative fields. Supplied with a 13 mm P-3 Cutting Edge Prime Reverse needle featuring MULTIPASS® technology, this configuration enables precise penetration with enhanced durability and controlled passage through tougher outer tissue layers.

As a non-absorbable suture, MERSILENE™ retains tensile strength indefinitely and is indicated for procedures requiring permanent or extended wound support. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is suitable for professional surgical environments demanding durable non-absorbable closure performance.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable braided polyester fibre
• USP 5-0 fine surgical diameter
• 18 in (45 cm) strand length
• White suture construction
• P-3 Cutting Edge Prime Reverse needle
• 13 mm needle length
• MULTIPASS® needle technology
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: MERSILENE™
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: R690G
• Category: Wound Closure
• Product Group: Non-Absorbable Sutures
• Suture Size: USP 5-0
• Length: 18 in (45 cm)
• Material: Polyester, Braided
• Colour: White
• Absorbability: Non-Absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Suture Construction: Braided
• Needle Name: P-3
• Needle Length: 13 mm
• Needle Colour: Silver
• Needle Point Type: Cutting Edge Prime Reverse
• Special Feature: MULTIPASS® Needle
• Strands Per Pack: 1
• Pledget: No
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• Fine soft tissue approximation
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Dermatologic procedures
• Delicate tissue repair
• Situations requiring permanent wound support
• Applications requiring precise cutting needle control