Ethicon J418H 0 Coated VICRYL Undyed Suture | SH 26mm Taper Point | Box of 36

The Ethicon J418H is a versatile, high-strength Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) synthetic absorbable suture, designed for reliable soft tissue approximation and ligation. This Size 0 undyed braided suture is a clinical workhorse for deep-tissue closures, offering an extended 27-inch (70 cm) length that provides ample material for continuous suture lines or multiple interrupted ties. Paired with the iconic SH (Small Half-circle) needle, the J418H is the go-to choice for surgeons performing gastrointestinal, gynecological, and general surgical repairs where high tensile strength and minimal tissue trauma are paramount.

The SH needle is a 26mm, 1/2 circle taper point needle. Its precision-engineered tip is designed to push tissue fibers aside rather than cutting them, making it ideal for leak-proof closures in vascular-rich or delicate internal soft tissues like the peritoneum or bowel.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: Coated VICRYL®

• Model/Part Number: J418H

• Suture Size: 0 (USP)

• Length: 27 Inches (70 cm)

• Material: Coated Braided Polyglactin 910

• Color: Undyed (Natural/White)

• Needle Name: SH

• Needle Type: 26mm, 1/2 Circle, Taper Point

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

Technical & Professional Advantages

• SH Needle Versatility: The 26mm SH needle is perfectly balanced for a wide range of soft tissue applications, offering the maneuverability needed for deep-cavity work.

• Taper Point Precision: Designed to minimize tissue trauma, the taper point is the preferred geometry for friable tissues, reducing the risk of post-operative "cheese-wiring" or bleeding.

• Extended 27" Length: The additional length compared to standard 18" sutures makes the J418H more efficient for longer incision closures, reducing the need to open additional packets.

• Superior Tensile Strength: As a Size 0 suture, it provides robust mechanical support, retaining approximately 75% of its strength at 14 days and 50% at 21 days post-implantation.

• Predictable Absorption: Undergoes complete absorption via hydrolysis within 56 to 70 days, leaving no permanent foreign body once the tissue has regained its natural strength.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Open Box – Full. All 36 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 surgical supplies are authentic, unexpired, and "theatre-ready."

Warranty & Regulatory

✔ Primis "Integrity-Ready" Guarantee We guarantee the Ethicon J418H to be a genuine, sterile, and uncompromised product. If the internal sterile barriers arrive damaged or fail to meet Ethicon’s performance standards, Primis Medical will provide a full refund or replacement.

Shipping

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.

• Secure Packaging: We ensure all suture boxes are double-wrapped to protect the internal sterile foil seals from environmental stressors during transit.