{"product_id":"ethicon-x538h-coated-vicryl-suture-size-3-0-undyed-18-in-ps-2-needle-box-of-36-new","title":"Ethicon X538H Coated Vicryl Suture Size 3-0 Undyed 18 in PS-2 Needle - Box of 36 - New","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #111; line-height: 1.55; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin: 0 0 14px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEthicon X538H Coated VICRYL® (Polyglactin 910) Suture | Size 3-0 | Synthetic Absorbable Braided | 18 in (45 cm) | PS-2 Precision Cosmetic Reverse Cutting Needle (3\/8 Circle, 19 mm) | Undyed Braided | Box of 36 | Sterile | New\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpiration: 2029\/05\/31\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eThe Ethicon X538H Coated VICRYL® Suture is a high-precision synthetic absorbable braided suture designed for smooth tissue passage, precise knot placement, and minimal tissue trauma. Composed of Polyglactin 910 (90% glycolide and 10% L-lactide) and coated with a combination of Polycaprolate and Calcium Stearate, this size 3-0 undyed suture reduces drag for effortless knot rundown. Fitted with a PS-2 Precision Cosmetic reverse cutting needle (19 mm, 3\/8 circle), it is specifically engineered for delicate plastic, cosmetic, and superficial soft tissue closure where accurate edge alignment and minimal scarring are critical. Ideal for clinical skills training, surgical simulation labs, and medical evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 19px; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 22px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethicon \/ Johnson \u0026amp; Johnson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog \/ Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e X538H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coated VICRYL® Synthetic Absorbable Suture Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coated Braided Synthetic Absorbable Suture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuture Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyglactin 910 (90% Glycolide \/ 10% L-lactide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuture Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polycaprolate and Calcium Stearate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuture Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Size 3-0 (2.0 Metric)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuture Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches (45 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuture Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Undyed (Clear \/ White)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e PS-2 (Plastic Surgery) Precision Cosmetic Reverse Cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle Curvature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8 Circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsorption Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Absorbable (Retains ~75% tensile strength at 2 weeks, ~50% at 3 weeks, and ~25% at 4 weeks; complete absorption via hydrolysis in 56–70 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterility \/ Packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterile, Single-Use, Individually Sealed Packets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 Packets per Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit of Measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Box of 36 (36\/BX)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic and reconstructive surgery, superficial soft tissue closure, subcuticular closure, surgical skills simulation, and clinical training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New — Unused, factory sealed in original medical packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size: 19px; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 16px 22px; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS-2 precision cosmetic needle features a reverse cutting edge for smooth penetration with minimal tissue cutout or scarring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolycaprolate coating minimizes surface drag to provide smooth knot sliding and controlled placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUndyed strands prevent visible show-through when used in subcuticular and delicate superficial closures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraided synthetic Polyglactin 910 construction ensures pliable handling, excellent knot security, and reliable tissue support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePredictable hydrolytic absorption profile ensures dependable support throughout early tissue healing phases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ethicon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48818986516705,"sku":"ETHIX538H","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0527\/8543\/files\/2026072721325956311.jpg?v=1785255490","url":"https:\/\/primismedical.com\/products\/ethicon-x538h-coated-vicryl-suture-size-3-0-undyed-18-in-ps-2-needle-box-of-36-new","provider":"Primis Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}