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Surgical Correction for Pediatric Epiblepharon and Trichiasis

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Vicryl sutures.

S J Aston¹, T D Rees

¹, 176 East 72nd Stree, 10021, New York, N.Y., USA.

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

|November 1, 2013

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Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) is a promising absorbable suture material. Review of laboratory and clinical data confirms its value in surgical applications.

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Area of Science:

Surgical Materials Science
Biomedical Engineering
Wound Healing Research

Background:

Absorbable sutures are crucial in surgery for temporary wound support.
The ideal absorbable suture offers predictable degradation and adequate tensile strength.
Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) has emerged as a significant development in suture technology.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the properties and performance of Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) sutures.
To assess its suitability as an absorbable surgical material.
To consolidate evidence from laboratory and clinical investigations.

Main Methods:

Literature review of laboratory investigations.
Analysis of clinical studies.
Inclusion of authors' practical experience with Polyglactin 910.

Main Results:

Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) demonstrates properties aligning with ideal absorbable suture characteristics.
Laboratory data support its predictable absorption profile.
Clinical studies and surgeon experience indicate its efficacy and utility.

Conclusions:

Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) is a valuable and effective absorbable suture material.
It represents a significant advancement in surgical armamentarium.
Further adoption is supported by comprehensive evidence.