Ethicon 2898G Fast Absorbing Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) Suture | Size 5-0 | Synthetic Absorbable Braided | 18 in (45 cm) | PC-3 Precision Cosmetic Cutting Needle (3/8 Circle, 16 mm) | Undyed Braided | Box of 12 | Sterile | New

Expiration: 2027/12/31

The Ethicon 2898G Fast Absorbing Coated VICRYL® Suture is a specialized synthetic absorbable braided suture formulated for rapid loss of tensile strength and rapid absorption. Composed of Polyglactin 910 treated to break down quickly, this size 5-0 undyed suture is coated with Polycaprolate and Calcium Stearate for smooth knot positioning and minimal tissue drag. Equipped with a high-precision PC-3 Precision Cosmetic cutting needle (16 mm, 3/8 circle), it is engineered specifically for delicate skin closure, facial surgery, mucosal repair, and pediatric applications where short-term tissue support is required and suture removal is undesirable. Ideal for surgical skills labs, simulation training, and clinical device testing.

Product Details

• Brand / Manufacturer: Ethicon / Johnson & Johnson
• Catalog / Part Number: 2898G
• Product Line: Fast Absorbing Coated VICRYL® Synthetic Absorbable Suture Series
• Product Type: Fast-Absorbing Coated Braided Synthetic Absorbable Suture
• Suture Material: Polyglactin 910 (Irradiated for rapid absorption)
• Suture Coating: Polycaprolate and Calcium Stearate
• Suture Size: Size 5-0 (1.0 Metric)
• Suture Length: 18 inches (45 cm)
• Suture Color: Undyed (Clear / White)
• Needle Type: PC-3 (Precision Cosmetic) Cutting
• Needle Length: 16 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle
• Absorption Profile: Fast Absorbing (Loses ~50% tensile strength at 5 days, ~0% strength at 10–14 days; complete absorption in 42 days)
• Sterility / Packaging: Sterile, Single-Use, Individually Sealed Packets
• Quantity Included: 12 Packets per Box
• Unit of Measure: 1 Box of 12 (12/BX)
• Application: Superficial skin closure, facial/plastic repair, mucosal suturing, pediatric wound closure, surgical simulation training, and clinical evaluation
• Condition: Brand New — Unused, factory sealed in original medical packaging.

Key Features

• Fast absorbing design eliminates the need for suture removal in sensitive facial or pediatric procedures
• PC-3 Precision Cosmetic needle provides sharp, clean tissue entry to minimize micro-trauma and optimal cosmesis
• Polycaprolate surface coating facilitates smooth passage through delicate tissues with controlled knot seating
• Undyed monofilament-like smooth handling prevents skin show-through in cosmetic superficial layers
• Braided Polyglactin 910 construction ensures supple flexibility and effortless knot tying