Reference NumberMIMM/2009-1/119
TitleEthistrip Skin Closures
Date1975-2025
Creator NameJohnson & Johnson, Pharmaceutical and Medical Technology Company, 1873-
DescriptionThis item is a sealed, unused Ethistrip Skin Closures. The package has a clear plastic side and a foil paper side, which are meant to be peeled apart to open. Inside, there is a smaller sealed white and ochre package with a fenestration showing the contents. In ochre writing, it says: “Sterile - Do Not Resterilise Ethistrip * Skin Closures 3 Strips 1/4 X 3 Inches Remove backing from strips by separating at either notch Code 352 Ethicon* Ethicon, Inc., Somerville, N.J E * Trademark.” On the corner of the foil side, it is engraved with “GB0379.”

Ethistrip Skin Closures are designed for wound closure and are often used as an alternative to sutures or staples. They are made from a porous, non-woven material that allows for breathability and flexibility, promoting better healing. The adhesive used is hypoallergenic, reducing the risk of skin irritation. These closures are typically used in medical settings for minor cuts, surgical incisions, and other wounds that require a secure closure without the need for invasive procedures.
Extent1 item
Dimensions128mm x 55mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameSutures
TermGeneral Surgery -- Instrumentation
Surgical Fixation Devices
Sutures
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5422Johnson & Johnson; 1873-; pharmaceutical and medical technology company1873-
DS/UK/5768Murnane; John I. (1888-1969); Physician1888-1969
DS/UK/5769Murnane; Irene Alice (1903-2006); Locum Doctor1903-2006
DS/UK/2271Sexton; William Henry (1894-1961); physician1894-1961
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