Ethicon is a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson that specializes in surgical sutures, wound closure devices, and minimally invasive surgery products.
Ethicon was founded in 1915 by George Merson in Edinburgh, Scotland.
The company was acquired by Johnson & Johnson in 1949.
Ethicon developed the first synthetic absorbable suture, Vicryl, in 1974.
In 1992, Ethicon developed LigaSure, a surgical device that uses radiofrequency to seal blood vessels.
In 2016, Ethicon acquired Megadyne Medical Products, a company that specializes in electrosurgery instruments.
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Ethicon produces a wide range of surgical sutures in various materials and sizes to meet surgeons' needs.
Ethicon offers a variety of wound closure devices, including skin staples and tissue adhesives.
Ethicon produces a range of laparoscopic and endoscopic devices used in minimally invasive surgery.
Some of Ethicon's most popular surgical sutures include Vicryl, Prolene, and Monocryl.
LigaSure is a surgical device that uses radiofrequency to seal blood vessels. It is often used in minimally invasive surgeries to reduce bleeding and improve recovery times.
Skin staples are typically faster to apply than sutures and may cause less tissue trauma. However, sutures may be preferred in areas where a more cosmetic result is desired.
All wound closure methods have the potential to leave scars, but Ethicon offers a range of devices and techniques designed to minimize scarring and promote healing.
Minimally invasive surgery is used in a wide range of procedures, including gallbladder removal, hysterectomy, and hernia repair.