ETHICON VICRYL SS 45cms NW 2303

Description:

ETHICON VICRYL SS 45 cm NW 2303 is a synthetic absorbable braided suture made from polyglactin 910, a copolymer of 90% glycolide and 10% L‑lactide. It is designed for general soft-tissue approximation and ligation, including ophthalmic procedures but not cardiovascular or  neurological applications.

Specifications:

• Brand: Ethicon VICRYL
• Material: Braided coated Polyglactin 910
• Size: 5-0 (1 metric)
• Needle: 16 mm, ½ circle, round bodied
• Length: 45 cm
• Properties: Absorbable, synthetic, violet-colored
• Coating: Polyglactin 370 with calcium stearate for smooth passage
• Packaging: Box of 12 sutures

How to use:
This suture provides excellent handling and knot security with minimal tissue reactivity. It is commonly used for ophthalmic, urologic, and general soft-tissue procedures where moderate-term wound support is needed before absorption.