A multilayered fabric comprising a first absorbable nonwoven fabric and a second absorbable woven or knitted fabric. Suitably, the first fabric is a polylactide/polyglycolide nonwoven fabric. Suitably, the second fabric is an oxidized regenerated cellulose fabric. Suitably, the first fabric is formed from crimped staple fibers is bonded directly to the second fabric by needlepunching or the like.
