VICRYL SUTURES / Polyglactin 910 Suture (UNISYNTH)

 

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.

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