Ethicon Vicryl Sutures USP 4-0, 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting – NW 2494

– Needle Length: 12mm

– Suture Length: 45cm

– Colour: Violet

– Suture Type: Synthetic Braided

– Absorption Profile: Absorbable : 56 – 70 Days (Average 63 Days)

– Suture Diameter: USP 4-0

– Suture Material: Polyglactin 910

– Needle Description: 12mm, 3/8 Circle Reverse Cutting Needle

– Coating: Calcium Stearate

– Tensile Strength: 75% retention at 14 days, 50% retention at 21 days, 25% retention at 28 days

– The Coated Vicryl Suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and/or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues

– The Coated Vicryl Suture is a synthetic absorbable sterile surgical suture composed of a copolymer made from 90% glycolide and 10% L-lactide

– This suture, being absorbable, should not be used where extended approximation of tissue is required

– Progressive loss of tensile strength and eventual absorption of Coated Vicryl Suture occurs by means of hydrolysis. Absorption begins as a loss of tensile strength followed by a loss of mass.