Ethicon Vicryl #1 Absorbable Violet Braided Suture is a sterile, synthetic absorbable surgical suture manufactured by Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson). Composed of Polyglactin 910 — a copolymer of 90% glycolide and 10% L-lactide — it provides reliable tensile strength during the critical wound healing phase before being gradually absorbed by the body through hydrolysis, eliminating the need for suture removal.

Key Features:

• Polyglactin 910 (90% glycolide / 10% L-lactide) — proven synthetic absorbable copolymer
• Braided construction — excellent knot security, smooth tissue passage, and handling
• Violet colour — enhanced intraoperative visibility against tissue
• Absorbable — absorbed by hydrolysis; no suture removal required
• Tensile strength retention: approximately 65% at 2 weeks, 40% at 3 weeks
• Complete absorption: 56–70 days
• Sterile — supplied sterile for single use
• Size #1 — suitable for fascial closure, oral surgery, and general surgical applications

Indications:

• Soft tissue approximation and ligation in general surgery
• Fascial and musculoaponeurotic layer closure
• Oral and maxillofacial surgery wound closure
• Dental surgical procedures (flap closure, socket closure post-extraction)
• Gynaecological and obstetric procedures
• Ophthalmic surgery (where appropriate gauge is used)

Specifications:

• Material: Polyglactin 910 (Synthetic Absorbable)
• Composition: 90% Glycolide + 10% L-Lactide
• Structure: Braided
• Colour: Violet
• Size: USP #1
• Absorption: Complete by 56–70 days (hydrolysis)
• Sterility: Sterile, single-use
• Brand: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)
• Country of Origin: USA

For professional surgical and dental use only. Single-use only — do not re-sterilise or reuse. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Use before expiry date printed on packaging.