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MS-GUIDE-MONO-VICRYL-PDS-012 - Monocryl vs Vicryl vs PDS | Absorbable Suture Guide

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A comparison of Monocryl, Vicryl and PDS absorbable sutures highlighting strength retention, absorption timelines and common clinical indications.

Monocryl vs Vicryl vs PDS – What’s the Difference?

Direct answer: Monocryl, Vicryl and PDS are absorbable sutures that differ in tensile strength retention and absorption time. Monocryl absorbs fastest, Vicryl provides moderate support and PDS offers extended wound stability.

Comparison Table

Feature Monocryl Vicryl PDS
Material Poliglecaprone 25 Polyglactin 910 Polydioxanone
Strength Retention Short-term Moderate Long-term
Complete Absorption 90–120 days 56–70 days 180–210 days

Clinical Indications

  • Monocryl: Cosmetic closure, subcuticular repair
  • Vicryl: Routine soft tissue approximation
  • PDS: Deep tissue or high-tension wounds

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Monocryl vs Vicryl vs PDS | Absorbable Suture Guide
  • Monocryl vs Vicryl vs PDS | Absorbable Suture Guide
  • Monocryl vs Vicryl vs PDS | Absorbable Suture Guide