Statements (18)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
synthetic absorbable suture material
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gptkbp:absorptionTime |
56 to 70 days
|
gptkbp:brand |
Vicryl
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gptkbp:category |
medical device
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gptkbp:color |
violet
undyed |
gptkbp:composition |
copolymer of glycolide and lactide
|
gptkbp:contraindication |
cardiovascular tissue
neurological tissue |
gptkbp:degradationMechanism |
hydrolysis
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Polyglactin
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gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Ethicon
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gptkbp:sterilizationMethod |
gamma irradiation
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gptkbp:tensileStrengthRetention |
about 50% at 2-3 weeks
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gptkbp:usedFor |
surgical sutures
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gptkbp:usedIn |
soft tissue approximation
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Suture
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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