Vicryl Plus coated suture 4/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

Ethicon Vicryl Plus coated suture 4/0 is an absorbable, violet braided polyglactin 910 strand with triclosan designed for surgical wound closure. Each 70 cm (27 in) unidirectional strand is attached to a 22 mm SH-1, 1/2 circle taper point needle for precise, smooth tissue passage. The absorption profile is approximately 56 to 70 days, supporting predictable resorption after surgery. Supplied sterile in boxes of 36, it’s a dependable choice for veterinary clinics seeking high-quality absorbable sutures for small animal and large animal procedures.

Vicryl Plus coated suture 4/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

By: Ethicon

Vicryl Plus coated suture 4/0 with 1/2 circle needle (70 cm)

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Ethicon Vicryl Plus coated suture 4/0 is an absorbable, violet braided polyglactin 910 strand with triclosan designed for surgical wound closure. Each 70 cm (27 in) unidirectional strand is attached to a 22 mm SH-1, 1/2 circle taper point needle for precise, smooth tissue passage. The absorption profile is approximately 56 to 70 days, supporting predictable resorption after surgery. Supplied sterile in boxes of 36, it’s a dependable choice for veterinary clinics seeking high-quality absorbable sutures for small animal and large animal procedures.

About This Item

  • Synthetic absorbable braided suture for surgical wound closure. Size 4-0, 70 cm violet strand with SH-1 (22 mm) 1/2 circle taper point needle; unidirectional, with an absorption profile of approximately 56–70 days.
36 units per box

What size and needle type is this suture?

It is a 4-0 absorbable, violet braided strand (70 cm) attached to a 22 mm SH-1, 1/2 circle taper point needle.

Is Vicryl Plus absorbable and how long does it last?

Yes. The absorption profile is approximately 56 to 70 days.

What is the suture made of?

It is made of polyglactin 910 and is coated with triclosan.

How many sutures come in a box?

36 units per box.

Is this suitable for dogs, cats, horses, or livestock procedures?

It is designed for surgical wound closure; selection and use for dogs, cats, equine, and livestock should be determined by the supervising veterinarian.

What color is the strand and why does it matter?

The strand is violet, which helps visibility during veterinary wound closure.

What needle point style does it use?

Taper point (SH-1), 1/2 circle.

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