Ethicon Coated VICRYL™ Plus | Size 2-0 | 18" Length | OS-4 Needle | J748T

The Ethicon J748T is a high-performance synthetic absorbable suture composed of Polyglactin 910. As part of the Plus series, this suture is coated with IRGACARE® MP (Triclosan), an antibacterial agent that creates a zone of inhibition to prevent microbial colonization of the suture strand. This technology is a critical component in protocols designed to reduce the risk of Surgical Site Infections (SSIs).

This configuration features the OS-4 (Orthopaedic Surgery) needle, a 22mm heavy-duty reverse cutting needle designed for tough tissue penetration. It also utilizes Control Release™ (CR) technology, allowing the surgeon to "pop off" the needle with a deliberate pull, facilitating rapid multi-point interrupted suturing without the need for surgical scissors.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Model / REF: J748T

• Material: Polyglactin 910 (Coated VICRYL™ Plus)

• Antimicrobial: Coated with Triclosan

• Suture Size: 2-0

• Strand Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Color: Violet (High Visibility)

• Needle Name: OS-4 (Orthopaedic Surgery)

• Needle Length: 22 mm

• Point Type: Reverse Cutting

• Special Feature: Control Release™ (Pop-Off)

• Quantity: Box of 24 Foil Packets

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Antibacterial Protection (Triclosan): VICRYL™ Plus is the first and only antibacterial suture shown in multiple clinical studies to inhibit the colonization of bacteria commonly associated with SSIs, such as S. aureus and S. epidermidis.

• Control Release™ Workflow: The CR needle attachment is engineered for speed. By allowing the needle to be removed by hand after the final throw, it reduces instrument exchanges and streamlines the closure of long incisions, such as those in joint replacements or laparotomies.

• Heavy-Duty OS-4 Needle: Forged for the rigors of orthopedic work, the 22mm OS-4 needle maintains its sharpness and structural integrity when passing through dense fascia, ligaments, or periosteum. The reverse cutting edge prevents "suture cutout" in these high-tension tissues.

• Predictable Absorption Profile: Polyglactin 910 maintains approximately 75% of its tensile strength at 2 weeks and 50% at 3 weeks. Complete absorption occurs via hydrolysis between 56 and 70 days, leaving minimal foreign body presence once the tissue has healed.

• Coated Braided Construction: The proprietary coating ensures smooth passage through tissue ("reduced drag") and exceptional knot-tying characteristics, providing a secure "lock" with fewer throws compared to synthetic monofilaments.

Applications

• Orthopedic Surgery: Robust closure of joint capsules, deep fascia, and periosteal layers.

• General Surgery: Interrupted closure of the linea alba or abdominal wall where SSI prevention is a high priority.

• OB/GYN: Secure closure of the vaginal cuff or uterine incisions.

• Trauma Surgery: Rapid approximation of high-tension soft tissue injuries.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: NEW — Factory Sealed & Sterile.

• Integrity: This medical supply is securely packaged within its original manufacturer's sterile barrier. Both the inner foil pouches and the outer box of 24 are intact, ensuring full sterile integrity and lot traceability for clinical implantation.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical technology, Primis Medical ensures all specialized Ethicon inventory is stored in climate-controlled environments to maintain the chemical stability of the Triclosan coating and the Polyglactin 910 braid.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in a reinforced outer box to prevent compression of the sterile packets and to protect the 22mm OS-4 needles.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.