Ethicon U204H 3-0 Gut Chromic Naturally Brown 1x27" RB-1 Box of 36

Ethicon Chromic Gut Sutures | Size 3-0 | 27" Length | RB-1 Needle | U204H

The Ethicon U204H is a high-quality absorbable suture composed of chromic gut. Sourced from the sub-mucosal fibrous layer of bovine intestine, this naturally brown material is treated with chromic salts to increase its resistance to absorption and reduce tissue reaction. As a Size 3-0 suture, it provides a versatile balance of tensile strength and fine handling, making it a standard choice for approximating delicate soft tissues.

This configuration features the RB-1 (Renal Bypass) needle, a small, 1/2 circle taper point needle. The 17mm needle length and fine point are specifically designed for gastrointestinal, urological, and cardiovascular tissue models where a non-cutting, atraumatic passage is required to maintain the integrity of the surrounding fibers.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: U204H

• Material: Chromic Gut (Bovine origin)

• Suture Size: 3-0

• Strand Length: 27 Inches (70 cm)

• Needle Name: RB-1 (Renal Bypass)

• Needle Length: 17 mm

• Needle Shape: 1/2 Circle

• Point Type: Taper Point (Non-cutting)

• Quantity: Box of 36 Foil Packets

Technical & Research Advantages

• Extended Absorption Profile: Chromic gut maintains functional tensile strength for approximately 14 to 21 days, with complete absorption occurring between 60 and 90 days. This makes it an excellent model for studying delayed wound healing and enzymatic degradation.

• Atraumatic RB-1 Needle: The 17mm taper point needle is engineered to spread tissue rather than cut it. This is ideal for research involving vascular anastomosis, urological reconstructions, or delicate gastrointestinal suturing.

• Exceptional Knot Security: The natural collagen structure of gut suture provides superior "grab," ensuring that knots remain secure and do not slip, even when the material is saturated with fluids.

• Standardized 27" Length: The generous 27-inch strand allows for multiple interrupted stitches or long continuous suture lines from a single packet, maximizing efficiency in educational and testing environments.

• Fine-Gauge Versatility: The 3-0 diameter is large enough for secure handling while remains fine enough for high-detail microsurgical simulation and practice.

Applications (Non-Clinical)

• Surgical Education: Training students in deep tissue suturing, ligations, and delicate organ-system repair simulations.

• Veterinary Research: Use in anatomical modeling, non-clinical research, and veterinary surgical skills development.

• Biomechanical Testing: Evaluating the pull-out strength of tissue anchors or the integrity of mechanical tissue-joining devices.

• Product Benchmarking: Serving as a baseline control material for new absorbable polymer development and testing.

Condition & Disclaimer

• Status: NEW — Original Packaging. The individual foil packets remain hermetically sealed and untampered with.

• Important Usage Note: These items are Expired or near-expiration.

• Restricted Use: This product is sold strictly for Research, Testing, and Instructional use. It is NOT intended for human or veterinary clinical use. The material integrity for implantation cannot be guaranteed due to its expired status.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical supplies, Primis Medical ensures that all research-grade inventory is stored in climate-controlled environments to maintain its physical integrity for non-clinical testing.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in original, reinforced Ethicon boxes to ensure the 17mm RB-1 needles and internal foil packets remain protected during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.