VICRYL RAPIDE Flashcards
1
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VICRYL RAPIDE - Raw material
A
Polyglatin 910
2
Q
VICRYL RAPIDE - Types
A
Braided
3
Q
VICRYL RAPIDE - Tensile strenght
A
- 50% for 5 days
- All tensile strength lost by 14 days
4
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VICRYL RAPIDE - Absorption rate
A
- Complete by 42 days
- Absorbed by hydrolysis
5
Q
VICRYL RAPIDE - Tissue reaction
A
- Minimum to moderate inflammation
6
Q
VICRYL RAPIDE - Contraindications
A
- Extended approx under stress is required
- Wound support required beyond 7 days
7
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VICRYL RAPIDE - Frequent uses
A
Sup soft tissue approx of skin and mucosa only