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What is the primary purpose of Vicryl sutures?
What is the primary purpose of Vicryl sutures?
- For vascular repair
- For permanent wound closure
- For skin and soft tissue reconstruction (correct)
- For bone fixation
How long does it take for Vicryl sutures to lose their strength completely?
How long does it take for Vicryl sutures to lose their strength completely?
- Approximately 1 week
- Approximately 3 weeks (correct)
- Approximately 2 weeks
- Less than 3 months
Which characteristic of Vicryl sutures is mentioned in the text?
Which characteristic of Vicryl sutures is mentioned in the text?
- Permanent strength retention
- Poor handling characteristics
- Excellent handling characteristics (correct)
- High tissue reactivity
What is the purpose of the VicrylRapide variation?
What is the purpose of the VicrylRapide variation?
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What additional variation of Vicryl sutures is mentioned in the text?
What additional variation of Vicryl sutures is mentioned in the text?
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