Ethicon COATED VICRYL® Plus Antibacterial Suture, Size 3-0, 18", PS-1 Needle - Box of 36
Absorbable Polyglactin 910 Suture with Triclosan and MULTIPASS® Prime Reverse Cutting Needle

The Ethicon COATED VICRYL Plus Antibacterial (polyglactin 910) Suture Size 3-0 PS-1 18in (VCP683H) is a 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 3-0 strand with a 24 mm PS-1 prime reverse cutting needle from Ethicon's MULTIPASS® needle line, this configuration is well suited to closures that call for clean needle penetration through skin and dense tissue along with an absorbable suture. This product replaces former Ethicon code J683H, so customers who previously ordered J683H can use VCP683H going forward.

Key Features At A Glance

• Suture Size: 3-0
• Length: 18" (single strand)
• Material: Polyglactin 910 with triclosan
• Synthetic absorbable suture
• Absorption: 56 to 70 days
• Antibacterial triclosan protection
• PS-1 prime reverse cutting needle (24 mm)
• MULTIPASS® needle
• Undyed
• Unidirectional strand configuration
• Sterile, single-use sutures
• Replaces former Ethicon code J683H
• Packaging
  
  • Quantity: Box of 36 sutures
  • Configuration: 1 strand × 18" 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.

PS-1 Prime Reverse Cutting Needle for Clean Tissue Penetration

This configuration features a PS-1 prime reverse cutting needle (24 mm) from Ethicon's MULTIPASS® needle line. With the cutting edge positioned on the outer curvature of the needle, the reverse cutting design penetrates skin and dense tissue cleanly while reducing the risk of the suture tearing through the tissue. The needle size supports confident, well-placed bites.

Reliable Handling

COATED VICRYL® Plus sutures offer smooth tissue passage and dependable knot performance, supporting consistent results across a range of 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 3-0 PS-1 configuration delivers dependable performance for closures where clean needle penetration and an absorbable suture are both important.