Ethicon Vicryl Sutures USP 5-0, 1/2 Circle Oval Round Body – NW2303

– Needle Length: 16mm
– Suture Length: 45cm
– Colour: Violet
– Suture Type: Synthetic Braided
– Absorption Profile: Absorbable : 56 – 70 Days (Average 63 Days)
– Suture Diameter: USP 5-0
– Suture Material: Polyglactin 910
– Needle Description: 16mm, 1/2 Circle Oval Round Body 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.