2015年2月5日 · In general, the smallest diameter that can effectively support the tension on the wound is preferable. Bottom line: General consensus has been that, when using sutures to repair an uncomplicated laceration in an adult patient, a monofilament non-absorbable suture is preferable (e.g., Ethilon).

2015年2月5日 · There are three types of Vicryl sutures: Standard Vicryl is coated with polyglactin 370 and calcium stearate. This reduces bacterial adherence, improves handling and knot tying and allows the suture to pass through tissues smoothly without snagging. Vicryl Plus is also coated with the antiseptic triclosan.

2017年11月8日 · A size 3-0 Vicryl Rapide (gamma-irradiated polygalactin 910) suture on a 19mm 3/8ths of a circle cutting needle. A size 4-0 nylon suture on a 60mm straight reverse cutting needle.

Monofilament maintaining 50-60% strength at 7 days with complete absorption by 3 months. It offers better handling and knot security than most other monofilament sutures, with even less …

2023年2月18日 · Another type of absorbable, synthetic suture that you might see commonly used in many hospitals and clinics is Vicryl. Also known as polyglactin 910, Vicryl is a brand name used by the Ethicon company, which is a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson.

Numerous different surgical suture materials exist. [1] . The following table compares some of the most common adsorbable sutures. Adsorbable biological suture material. Plain is an …

Multifilament sutures are generally stronger and more pliable than a monofilament of the same material and size. The surface of multifilament suture is frequently rough and hence has greater tissue drag but frequently improved knot security.

Ethibond suture is made from braided polyester and coated with polybutylate for easier tying. TiCron is made of braided polyethylene coated with silicone. Vicryl is a braided suture material made by copolymerization of lactide and glycolide.

Nylon (Dermalon or Ethilon) available as both monofilament or multifilament composed of a polyamine monofilament form (Ethilon) inert minimal tissue reaction nonabsorbable by definition but loses 30% of strength within 2 years of implantation inert minimal tissue reaction nonabsorbable by definition but loses 30% of strength within 2 years of ...

Braided Green / Undyed (white); Indefinite Permanent SurgidacTM Suture Monofilament Green