Ethicon VR496 4-0 Coated VICRYL RAPIDE Undyed 1X18" PS-2 19mm BX/12 OPEN BOX - FULL

Ethicon VR496 4-0 Coated VICRYL RAPIDE Undyed Suture | PS-2 Prime Reverse Cutting | Box of 12

The Ethicon VR496 is a specialized Coated VICRYL® RAPIDE™ (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, specifically engineered for applications requiring short-term wound support and rapid absorption. This Size 4-0 undyed braided suture is the clinical standard for superficial skin and mucosa closures, particularly in pediatric and oral surgery where suture removal can be distressing or difficult. Paired with the high-performance PS-2 (Plastic Surgery) needle, the VR496 offers exceptional cosmetic results with a unique absorption profile that allows the suture to fall off or be easily wiped away as early as 7 to 10 days post-surgery.

The PS-2 needle is a 19mm, 3/8 circle Prime™ Reverse Cutting needle. Constructed from proprietary ETHALLOY® needle alloy, it maintains superior sharpness through multiple passes, ensuring minimal tissue trauma and precise edge approximation in delicate aesthetic areas.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL® RAPIDE™ (Fast Absorbing)

• Model/Part Number: VR496

• Suture Size: 4-0 (USP)

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyglactin 910 (Gamma Irradiated)

• Color: Undyed (Natural) for minimal visual impact

• Needle Name: PS-2 (Plastic Surgery)

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

• Quantity: Box of 12 Individual Sterile Packets

Technical & Professional Advantages

• Rapid Absorption Profile: Specifically treated to accelerate hydrolysis, VICRYL® RAPIDE™ loses approximately 50% of its strength at 5 days and 0% by 10-14 days. This makes it ideal for skin and mucosal closures where long-term support is not required.

• PRIME™ Needle Geometry: The PS-2 needle features a reduced-mass tip and advanced needle coating, providing 30% less penetration force than standard cutting needles for superior cosmetic outcomes.

• ETHALLOY® Construction: The patented surgical alloy provides high bend resistance and ductility, allowing the needle to maintain its structural integrity during tough dermal passes.

• Eliminates Suture Removal: Because the suture loses its mass rapidly (fully absorbed by approximately 42 days), it typically "falls off" once the initial healing phase is complete, significantly improving patient satisfaction.

• Braided Handling: Unlike monofilament fast-absorbing sutures, the braided structure of the VR496 offers excellent knot security and remains pliable throughout the short-term healing window.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Open Box – Full. All 12 individual sterile foil packets are present, factory-sealed, and undamaged.

• Condition Note: While the outer cardboard box has been opened, the internal sterile integrity of every suture is guaranteed.

• 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 fast-absorbing sutures are authentic, unexpired, and "OR-ready."

Shipping

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.

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