Ethicon VCP496G 4-0 VICRYL Plus 1X18" PS-2 UNDYED BRAIDED Box of 12

Ethicon VCP496G 4-0 Coated VICRYL Plus Undyed Suture | PS-2 MultiPass Needle | Box of 12

The Ethicon VCP496G is a high-performance Coated VICRYL® Plus (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, integrated with Irga care® MP (Triclosan) to provide an active antibacterial defense. This Size 4-0 undyed braided suture is engineered to inhibit bacterial colonization—specifically Staphylococcus aureus and MRSA—on the suture strand, significantly reducing the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs). Paired with the versatile PS-2 MultiPass™ Reverse Cutting needle, this suture is the clinical gold standard for subcuticular skin closures and soft tissue approximation where superior strength and infection control are paramount.

The PS-2 needle is a larger, 19mm version of the "Plastic Surgery" series, designed to maintain its high-precision cutting edge through multiple passes in dense or high-tension tissue, ensuring minimal drag and optimal cosmetic healing.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL® Plus Antibacterial

• Model/Part Number: VCP496G

• Suture Size: 4-0 (USP)

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Triclosan-Coated Polyglactin 910 (Braided)

• Color: Undyed (Natural)

• Needle Name: PS-2 MultiPass™

• Needle Type: 19mm, 3/8 Circle, Prime Reverse Cutting

• Quantity: Box of 12 Individual Sterile Packets

Technical & Professional Advantages

• Antibacterial Zone of Inhibition: Utilizing Triclosan coating, the VCP496G creates a protective barrier that prevents surgical site pathogens from creating biofilms on the suture material.

• PS-2 MultiPass™ Technology: The Prime Reverse Cutting geometry and advanced needle coating ensure that the needle remains sharp from the first stitch to the last, reducing tissue trauma and scarring.

• Exceptional Tensile Strength: Maintains approximately 75% of its original strength at 14 days and 50% at 21 days, providing the necessary support for healing tissues before undergoing complete absorption via hydrolysis (56–70 days).

• Braided Handling, Monofilament Smoothness: The proprietary coating allows for the easy "knot-down" and security of a braid while sliding through tissue as effortlessly as a monofilament.

Condition & Quality Assurance

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

• Packaging: The internal sterile foil packets and the outer box are fully intact and factory-sealed, ensuring the chemical integrity of the Polyglactin 910 and Triclosan.

• Storage & Handling: Primis Medical manages all sterile inventory in a temperature-controlled environment, following AAMI and OEM standards.

• Expertise: Our staff has over 25 years of experience in Hospital Materials, ensuring your sutures are authentic, clinically sound, and ready for immediate use.

Warranty & Regulatory

✔ Primis "Integrity-Ready" Guarantee We guarantee the Ethicon VCP496G to be a genuine, sterile, and factory-sealed product. If the item arrives with compromised packaging or fails to meet Ethicon’s performance standards, Primis Medical will provide a full refund or replacement. Note: This item is a Class II medical device. We will verify your status as an authorized purchaser before shipment.

Shipping

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.

• Secure Logistics: Suture boxes are carefully packaged to protect the sterile barriers and the antimicrobial coating from environmental stressors during transit.