Poly (Glycolide – co – L – lactide) [Polyglactin-910]

Braided

Copolymer of lactide and glycolide with calcium stearate

In vitro retention of strength

50% at 1 week

Tissue Reaktion

Non-antigenic, non-pyrogenic and elicits only a mild tissue reaction during the absorption process

Completely absorbed in 40-60 days

Ethylene Oxide

Available in Sizes

6-0, 5-0, 4-0, 3-0, 2-0, 0, 1, 2

Color

Violet and Undyed

• High initial tensile strength

• Soft and smooth feel that helps in easy passage through the tissue with minimal trauma

• Good knotting properties

• Excellent handling and smooth tie down

• Due to the low molecular weight compared to regular Polyglactin 910 or Polyglycolic Acid sutures, Damacryl Rapid sutures achieve rapid absorption in the tissues.

RACRYL® RAPID suture is indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and ligation, including the use in ophthalmic procedures. Where only short term wound support is required.

RACRYL® RAPID is not for use in cardiovascular or neurological tissues.

RACRYL ® RAPID suture, being absorbable, should not be used where extended approximation of tissue is required.