What Is Polysorb

Polysorb™ sutures are composed of Lactomer™ glycolide/lactide copolymer, which is a synthetic polyester composed of glycolide and lactide (derived from glycolic and lactic acids). They are prepared by coating the suture with a mixture of a caprolactone/glycolide copolymer and calcium stearoyl lactylate.

What is Polysorb used for?

This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (e.g., diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy).

Is Polysorb the same as Vicryl?

Results: Polysorb had the highest linear tensile strength but also the fastest loss of function following tissue implantation, whereas Vicryl showed the slowest loss of function. Similar results were obtained with regard to the knot-breaking strength.