Ethicon VCPB977H 1 Coated VICRYL Plus 1X36" CTXB 48mm ETHIGUARD Blunt Point BX/36

Ethicon VCPB977H 1 Coated VICRYL Plus Undyed Suture | CTXB 48mm Blunt Point | Box of 36

The Ethicon VCPB977H is a heavy-duty Coated VICRYL® Plus (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, specifically engineered for secure fascia closure and soft tissue approximation in high-risk environments. This Size 1 undyed braided suture features Irga care® MP (Triclosan), an antibacterial agent that inhibits bacterial colonization on the suture strand—a vital defense against Staphylococcus aureus and MRSA. A defining safety feature of the VCPB977H is the ETHIGUARD™ Blunt Point (CTXB) needle, designed to pass through dense fascia while significantly reducing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries and minimizing trauma to delicate underlying viscera.

The CTXB (Circle Taper Extra-Large Blunt) needle is a robust 48mm, 1/2 circle needle. Its blunt-tip geometry is the clinical standard for "blind" closures in the abdominal wall, where protecting the surgeon and the patient from unintended perforations is paramount.

 Key Product Highlights

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL® Plus Antibacterial

• Model/Part Number: VCPB977H

• Suture Size: 1 (USP)

• Length: 36 Inches (90 cm)

• Material: Triclosan-Coated Polyglactin 910 (Braided)

• Color: Undyed (Natural/White)

• Needle Name: CTXB ETHIGUARD™

• Needle Type: 48mm, 1/2 Circle, Blunt Point

• Quantity: High-Capacity Box of 36 Individual Sterile Packets

 Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Antibacterial Zone of Inhibition: The Triclosan coating prevents the formation of bacterial biofilms on the suture, reducing the primary source of infection in deep surgical wounds.

• ETHIGUARD™ Safety Technology: The blunt point needle is specifically designed to penetrate fascia but "push aside" vascular structures and bowel, enhancing patient safety and reducing the risk of sharps injuries for the surgical team.

• Superior Tensile Strength: As a Size 1 suture, it provides the maximum mechanical support required for the abdominal wall, retaining approximately 75% of its strength at 14 days and 50% at 21 days.

• Extended 36" Working Length: The 36-inch strand allows for continuous suturing techniques (such as the Smead-Jones closure) without the need for frequent suture exchanges.

• Low Friction Coating: The proprietary coating ensures a smooth "zip" through tough fibrous tissue while preserving the exceptional knot security of the VICRYL® brand.

 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 chemical stability of the Triclosan and Polyglactin 910.

• Storage & Handling: Primis Medical manages all sterile 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 high-tension safety sutures are authentic, unexpired, and ready for critical surgical use.

 Warranty & Regulatory

 Primis "Integrity-Ready" Guarantee We guarantee the Ethicon VCPB977H 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.