Sample, Neosorb (equivalent to Vicryl rapid), braided rapid suture, rapidly absorbable

Braided, white, RAPID absorbable RPGLA (Polyglactin 910) suture.
The needle is 3/8 reverse cut. The thread is white. The suture retains approximately 50% of its initial strength after 5 days. After 10-14 days, the tensile strength is largely gone. 
Fully absorbed after 42 days.

A absorbable RPGLA suture is a type of suture that gradually dissolves or breaks down in the body over time. RPGLA stands for "Retarded Polyglycolic Acid-Lactic Acid". This refers to the materials used to make the suture.
The absorbable RPGLA suture is usually made from a combination of polyglycolic acid and lactic acid. These materials are biocompatible and degradable in the body. The suture thread is designed to maintain its strength and integrity for sufficient time for the wound or incision to heal, and then gradually dissolve and be metabolized by the body's enzymes.
Advantages of absorbable RPGLA sutures include:
1. Because this type of suture thread gradually dissolves, there is usually no need to manually remove the sutures. This eliminates the need to undergo separate suture removal procedures, which can be more convenient for the patient.
2. Less tissue trauma and irritation: Absorbable sutures are usually smoother and softer compared to non-absorbable sutures. This can reduce the risk of tissue trauma and irritation, contributing to a better healing process.
3. Superior cosmetic outcome: Because there is no need to remove sutures, absorbable sutures usually leave fewer marks or scars on the surface of the skin. This can result in a more aesthetically pleasing cosmetic outcome.