Vitrex Chirasorb Braided Multifilament Sutures with Needle

Chirasorb braided is a mid-term absorbable, coated, synthetic, multifilament suture made of 90% glycolide and 10% L-lactide. The substances contained in the coating and suture are non-antigenic and non-collagenous.

Sterile Chirasorb braided is available in violet or natural. The product elicits a minimal acute inflammatory reaction in tissues.

Progressive loss of tensile strength and absorption of Chirasorb braided occurs by hydrolysis, when the polymer is degraded to glycolic and lactic acids, which are subsequently absorbed and metabolised by the body.

Indications: General soft tissue approximation and/or ligation in all specialities, including use in Ophthalmic surgery.
Contraindications: Chirasorb braided should not be used in tissues subject to expansion, stretching or distension, or which might require long-term mechanical support.
Structure: Multifilament
Absorption Method: Hydrolysis

Strength Retention Profile: Mid-Term Healing (35 Days)
1 Day - 100%
14 Days - 75%
21 Days - 50%

Mass Absorption Profile: 56 - 70 Days

"In April this year (2024), I had the privilege of leading a trip to neuter beach and street dogs on the island of Sal, Cape Verde. We experienced patients with new and exotic diseases and were challenged with the surgical conditions available. During these challenges, it was fantastic to have the reliability of Vitrex Suture materials which performed fantastically, providing me with confidence during surgeries. I would not hesitate to recommend them to others."

- Northwich Vets