Vicryl Rapide (Polyglactin 910, fast absorbing)
Braided, absorbable suture. Used for superficial skin and mucosa that need support for only 7–10 days.
- Material
- Polyglactin 910, fast absorbing
- Absorbed
- Essentially complete by 42 days
- Strength
- About 50% at 5 days; none left by 10–14 days
Undyed only. Starts to fall off in 7–10 days, so there's usually no removal visit. Not for cardiovascular or neural tissue.
All 3 codes
| Code | Size | Needle | Length | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VR497 | 3-0 | PS-2 | 18" | Undyed |
| VR494 | 4-0 | P-3 | 18" | Undyed |
| VR496 | 4-0 | PS-2 | 18" | Undyed |
Sources
- Ethicon Suture Chart (J&J MedTech)
- Ethicon vs Medtronic Suture Comparison Chart (J&J MedTech)
- Ethicon Wound Closure Manual
Always check the package insert for the product you're using.