Vicryl or polyglactin 910 is a type of absorbable, synthetic, multifilament and interlaced suture.
It is indicated for soft tissue approximation and ligation.
ADVANTAGE:
- Its Polyglactin 910 chemical composition gives it maximum resistance during the critical first days of wound closure, absorbing quickly once it has taken place.
- Combination of a careful braiding of fine filaments with an exclusive coating of Polyglactin 370 and Calcium Stearate.
- The coating remains adhered to the filaments during suturing and consequently hydrolyzes at the same time as the material.
- Gently penetrates through tissues. The smooth passage through the tissues from the beginning to the end of the suture.
- Excellent manageability. Always flexible and manageable to ensure complete control of the thread.
- Knotting security. Placement of the knot in the place required by the surgeon with unprecedented precision, even after multiple passes through the tissue.
INDICATIONS:
Vicryl is a suture widely used in fasciae and small-caliber vessels to make transfixions, to make purses in appendages, among other uses.
COMPOSITION:
- Monofilament: Polyglactin 910 (glycolic 90%, lactide 10%).
- Coating: 50% mixture of Polyglactin 370 (glycol 35%, lactide 65%) and calcium stearate.
- PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
- Structure: Coated braided and monofilament.
- Origin: Synthetic.
- Behavior: Absorbable.
- Tensile strength 35 days, absorption 56-72 days.
- Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide.