"Vicryl suture by Ethicon. Absorbable - synthetic - monofilament.
Vicryl (polyglactin 910) by Ehticon. A synthetic, monofilament, absorbable suture.
Vicryl is probably the world's most well known suture. And that is well deserved. Vicryl is an absorbable suture with a predictable absorption time and is backed up by much research and studies.
Vicryl is a synthetic suture which minimizes the risk of tissue reactions..
Remaining tensile strength of the Vicryl suture:
2 weeks - 75%
3 weeks - 50%
4 weeks - 25%
Vicryl should be fully absorbed in 56 - 70 days.
Manufacturer: Ethicon / Johnson & Johnson"