Vicryl 0 40Mm Plus Vcp358H Surgical Suture

# Vicryl 0 40mm Plus VCP358H Surgical Suture

## Product Overview Vicryl 0 40mm Plus VCP358H is a sterile absorbable surgical suture designed for wound closure and tissue approximation during surgical procedures. It is part of the Vicryl Plus suture range, which features an antibacterial coating intended to help reduce bacterial colonisation on the suture surface. The size 0 suture and 40mm needle specification are intended for use by trained healthcare professionals.

## Uses - Surgical closure of soft tissues. - Tissue approximation during operative procedures. - General wound closure where an absorbable suture is appropriate. - Use in surgical procedures according to the surgeon's clinical judgment.

## Key Benefits - Absorbable suture material. - Vicryl Plus antibacterial coating. - Designed for reliable tissue approximation. - 40mm needle specification. - Suitable for professional surgical use.

## How It Works The suture holds tissue edges together to support wound closure during the healing process. Its absorbable material gradually breaks down in the body, while the antibacterial coating is designed to help reduce bacterial colonisation on the suture.

## Directions for Use 1. This product is intended for use by trained surgeons and qualified healthcare professionals. 2. Select the appropriate suture size and needle configuration for the procedure. 3. Open the sterile packaging using aseptic technique. 4. Use the suture according to established surgical wound-closure techniques. 5. Discard any opened or unused suture. Do not resterilize.

## Precautions - For professional surgical use only. - Do not use if the sterile packaging is damaged or opened. - Do not resterilize or reuse. - Follow the manufacturer's Instructions for Use. - Consider additional non-absorbable support when clinically required. - Use appropriate surgical techniques for contaminated or infected wounds.

## Manufacturer Information - **Manufacturer:** Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson MedTech) - **Brand:** Vicryl Plus - **Product Code:** VCP358H - **Suture Material:** Polyglactin 910 - **Coating:** Triclosan antibacterial coating - **Suture Size:** USP 0 - **Suture Length:** 90cm (36 inches) - **Needle Length:** 40mm - **Needle Type:** CT, 1/2 circle, taper point - **Suture Colour:** Violet - **Absorption:** Absorbable; approximately 56–70 days - **Category:** Surgical Sutures and Wound Closure Supplies

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