VYCRIL Flashcards
1
Q
VYCRIL - Raw material
A
Polyglatin 910
2
Q
VYCRIL - types
A
- Braided
- Monofilament
3
Q
VYCRIL - Tensile strength
A
- 75% at 2 weeks
- 50% at 3 weeks
4
Q
VYCRIL - Absorption rate
A
- 56-70 days
- Absorbed by hydrolysis
5
Q
VYCRIL - Tissue Reaction
A
Minimal acute inflammatory reaction
6
Q
VYCRIL - Contraindications
A
It should not be used where extended approx of tissue is necessary
7
Q
VYCRIL - Frequent uses
A
General soft tissue approximation and ligation
