Ethicon J576G Coated VICRYL 7-0 Violet 1X18" TG160-8 5.5mm BX/12

Ethicon J576G 7-0 Coated VICRYL Violet Suture | Double-Armed TG160-8 Spatula | Box of 12

The Ethicon J576G is a high-precision Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, meticulously engineered for the most delicate microsurgical procedures. This Size 7-0 violet braided suture is specifically designed for ophthalmic applications, featuring a double-armed configuration with two TG160-8 needles. The violet-dyed construction provides essential contrast under the high-magnification environments of the operating microscope, while the specialized spatula needle geometry ensures safe, laminar passage through thin ocular tissues like the cornea and sclera.

The TG160-8 (Taper Guard) needle is a 5.5mm, 1/2 circle Spatula Reverse Cutting needle. Crafted from high-performance ETHALLOY® needle alloy, these MultiPass™ needles maintain their superior edge through multiple passes, allowing for exact depth control without unintended perforation of deeper ocular structures.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL® Ophthalmic

• Model/Part Number: J576G

• Suture Size: 7-0 (USP)

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Configuration: Double-Armed (Needle at both ends)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyglactin 910

• Color: Violet (Optimized for microscopic visualization)

• Needle Name: TG160-8 MultiPass™

• Needle Type: 5.5mm, 1/2 Circle, Spatula Reverse Cutting

• Quantity: Box of 12 Individual Sterile Packets

Technical & Professional Advantages

• Spatula Needle Precision: The side-cutting spatula geometry is designed to travel within the laminar planes of the sclera or cornea, significantly reducing the risk of vertical tissue trauma or "cheese-wiring."

• Double-Armed Efficiency: Having a needle at both ends of the 18-inch strand allows surgeons to initiate suturing from a central point and progress in both directions, ensuring perfectly symmetrical tension across the incision.

• MultiPass™ & ETHALLOY® Technology: These needles feature an advanced coating and high-ductility alloy that retains sharpness pass after pass, providing a 30% reduction in penetration force compared to standard needles.

• Ultra-Fine 7-0 Handling: Despite its microscopic diameter, the braided construction offers the superior knot security and pliability required for secure, flat-lying knots in high-sensitivity areas.

• Predictable Absorption: Undergoes hydrolysis with complete absorption typically occurring between 56 and 70 days, eliminating the need for suture removal once the ocular tissue has successfully healed.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Brand New in Original Factory Packaging.

• Integrity: The internal sterile foil barriers and the outer manufacturer's box are fully intact and factory-sealed, ensuring the mechanical precision of the 5.5mm needles and the chemical stability of the Polyglactin 910.

• Storage & Handling: Primis Medical manages all microsurgical inventory in a temperature-controlled environment, strictly adhering to AAMI and OEM standards.

• Expertise: Our staff has over 25 years of experience in Hospital Materials, ensuring your ophthalmic supplies are authentic, unexpired, and "microscope-ready."

Shipping

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.

• Secure Logistics: Suture boxes are carefully packaged to protect the delicate double-armed needles and sterile seals from environmental stressors during transit.