A minor laceration in an austere or resource-limited setting still needs a sterile field, the right instruments, and bleeding control — improvising any of those raises infection risk and provider sharps exposure.
What puts a complete, sterile laceration-repair set in a single pouch?
This set does — a purpose-assembled, pre-sterilized, peel-open kit at just 8 oz that fits a standard medical pouch. Military NSN 6515-01-661-1786 confirms its role in DoD supply chains as a field-surgery and aid-station component. The fenestrated drape establishes a sterile field around the wound and the 30 × 30″ wrap adds sterile coverage for instruments or surfaces; the #15 Safety Scalpel reduces accidental sharps injury during blade mounting, and the snag-free Webster Needle Holder prevents suture tangling during closure. The instruments span the minor-repair workflow — explore (Mosquito Forceps), incise (Scalpel), tissue handling (Adson Forceps), tissue cutting (Iris Scissors), and closure (Needle Holder) — with 2×2 and 4×4 gauze, absorbent towels, and a medicine cup for irrigation prep. A 3-year shelf life and single-use design eliminate sterilization logistics: open it, treat one patient, discard. Sutures are not included and must be staged separately.
Provider scope: This is a sterile surgical instrument set intended for credentialed providers performing wound repair within their scope of practice and applicable protocols. This listing describes kit contents and is not procedural instruction or a substitute for accredited training.
Why This Set
Sterile Field Included
Fenestrated drape + 30 × 30″ wrap establish the field.
Sharps-Safer
#15 Safety Scalpel + snag-free Webster needle holder.
NSN Stocked
6515-01-661-1786 — in DoD supply chains.
Pouch-Ready, 8 oz
3-year shelf life; single-use, no sterilization burden.
Kit Contents
| Qty | Item |
|---|---|
| 1 | #15 Safety Scalpel |
| 1 | Halstead Mosquito Forceps, Curved (5″) |
| 1 | Adson Forceps FP, 1×2 (4.75″) |
| 1 | Iris Scissors, Curved (4.5″) |
| 1 | Webster Needle Holder (snag-free) |
| 2 | Gauze Pads 2×2″, 12-ply |
| 10 | Gauze Pads 4×4″, 12-ply |
| 1 | Wrap 30 × 30″ |
| 1 | Fenestrated Drape with tape (18 × 26″) |
| 2 | Towel, Absorbent White (17 × 20″) |
| 1 | Medicine Cup (2 oz) |
Sutures are not included — stage separately to the provider's preference.
Who Fields It
Field / aid-station providers — ready sterile repair set
Expeditionary / remote med — austere wound closure
Military medical units — NSN-stocked component
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Sterile Closure, One Pouch.
Genuine North American Rescue, shipped from a clinician-founded, veteran-led team.
Genuine North American Rescue
Sourced direct from North American Rescue.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | North American Rescue |
| SKU | ZZ-0684 |
| NSN | 6515-01-661-1786 |
| Weight | 8 oz |
| Dimensions | L 9″ × W 5″ × D 2.75″ |
| Sterility | Sterile, peel-to-open pouch |
| Shelf Life / Use | 3 years; single-use |
When To Use It
- context: Field wound closure for extremity or torso lacerations — sterile set provides all components for minor wound closure in austere conditions.
- context: EMS secondary survey wound management — complete kit for addressing minor lacerations after life-threatening injuries are managed.
- context: Prolonged field care — wound closure prevents contamination and supports infection control during delayed evacuation.
- context: TCCC provider-level training — standardized sterile set for wound closure skills training.
How It Compares
Sterile Laceration Set vs. improvised field closure: Improvised wound closure with non-sterile materials increases infection risk; organized sterile sets provide all components for a complete, clean closure procedure. See surgical supplies.
Closure strips vs. sutures for field lacerations: Closure strips require less skill and no suture removal; sutures provide stronger closure for high-tension lacerations. Choice depends on wound characteristics and transport time to definitive care. See bandages and dressings.
Laceration Minor Set vs. comprehensive wound care kit: The Minor Set is for small, non-complex lacerations; complex wounds with deep tissue involvement, joint proximity, or suspected nerve/vessel injury require a larger kit and higher-level care. See surgical supplies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Sterile Laceration Minor Set CoTCCC-recommended?
A: Minor wound closure is within the TCCC prolonged field care protocol for provider-level responders. The Sterile Laceration Minor Set supports this intervention with organized, sterile components.
Q: What training is required to use the Sterile Laceration Minor Set?
A: Wound closure is a medic-level skill — 68W, EMT, IDC, or equivalent. The set is not intended for CLS-level providers; wound assessment and closure require clinical training to identify wounds appropriate for primary closure.
Q: What components are included in the Sterile Laceration Minor Set?
A: Verify the current contents list in the product listing. Typical components include sterile irrigation syringe, wound closure strips or staples, gloves, antiseptic prep materials, and wound dressing.
Q: What is the NSN or procurement path for the Laceration Minor Set?
A: Available through MED-TAC International. Agency and DoD procurement can contact NAR for current NSN and GSA contract vehicle information.
Q: How does this set differ from the Facial Laceration Minor Set?
A: The Sterile Laceration Minor Set is sized for general body-surface lacerations; the Facial Laceration Minor Set contains finer closure materials appropriate for facial anatomy. For large lacerations requiring more material, verify the quantities in the standard Laceration Minor Set.
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All products sourced direct from North American Rescue. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.
Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.
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