Polyglactin

GPTKB entity

Statements (18)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf synthetic absorbable suture material
gptkbp:absorptionTime 56 to 70 days
gptkbp:brand Vicryl
gptkbp:category medical device
gptkbp:color violet
undyed
gptkbp:composition copolymer of glycolide and lactide
gptkbp:contraindication cardiovascular tissue
neurological tissue
gptkbp:degradationMechanism hydrolysis
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Polyglactin
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Ethicon
gptkbp:sterilizationMethod gamma irradiation
gptkbp:tensileStrengthRetention about 50% at 2-3 weeks
gptkbp:usedFor surgical sutures
gptkbp:usedIn soft tissue approximation
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Suture
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7