Ethicon COATED VICRYL® Plus Antibacterial Suture, Size 4-0, 27", FS-2 Needle - Box of 36
Braided Absorbable Polyglactin 910 Suture with Triclosan and Reverse Cutting Needle

The Ethicon COATED VICRYL Plus Antibacterial (polyglactin 910) Suture Size 4-0 FS-2 27in (VCP422H) is a coated, braided synthetic absorbable suture designed for soft tissue approximation where temporary wound support is required. Made from polyglactin 910 and incorporating triclosan, an antibacterial agent, COATED VICRYL® Plus sutures combine dependable handling with added antibacterial protection on the suture itself. Pairing an undyed 4-0 strand with a compact 19 mm FS-2 reverse cutting needle and a generous 27" length, this configuration provides clean needle penetration through skin along with ample working length for running subcuticular and skin-level closures.

Key Features At A Glance

• Suture Size: 4-0
• Length: 27" (single strand)
• Material: Polyglactin 910 with triclosan
• Coated, braided construction
• Synthetic absorbable suture
• Absorption: 56 to 70 days
• Antibacterial triclosan protection
• FS-2 reverse cutting needle (19 mm)
• Undyed
• Unidirectional strand configuration
• Sterile, single-use sutures
• Packaging
  
  • Quantity: Box of 36 sutures
  • Configuration: 1 strand × 27" per pack

Antibacterial Protection with Triclosan

COATED VICRYL® Plus sutures incorporate triclosan, an antibacterial agent, giving clinicians the familiar performance of polyglactin 910 with added antibacterial protection on the suture. This makes it a practical choice for facilities looking to support infection prevention practices in routine closures.

Predictable Absorption for Temporary Wound Support

As a synthetic absorbable suture, polyglactin 910 provides temporary support while the wound heals and is then absorbed, with an absorption profile of 56 to 70 days. This removes the need for suture removal in buried closures.

FS-2 Reverse Cutting Needle for Controlled Tissue Penetration

This configuration features an FS-2 reverse cutting needle (19 mm). With the cutting edge positioned on the outer curvature of the needle, the reverse cutting design penetrates skin cleanly while reducing the risk of the suture tearing through the tissue. The compact needle size supports controlled, accurate bites for neat closures.

Reliable Handling

The coated, braided COATED VICRYL® Plus strand offers smooth tissue passage and dependable knot performance, while the 27" length provides ample working length for running closures. The undyed strand is supplied in its natural colour.

Clinical Applications

• Subcuticular closure
• Subcutaneous tissue closure
• General soft tissue approximation
• Minor surgical procedures
• Closures where an absorbable suture is preferred

Why Choose COATED VICRYL® Plus Antibacterial Sutures

COATED VICRYL® Plus sutures are a trusted choice for absorbable closure, combining the dependable performance of polyglactin 910 with antibacterial triclosan protection. The Size 4-0 FS-2 configuration delivers dependable performance for closures where clean needle penetration and ample working length are both important.