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Which of the suture materials is considered to be the most flexible?
Which of the suture materials is considered to be the most flexible?
Which suture material is designed for use in closing skin incisions that will need to hold for an extended period?
Which suture material is designed for use in closing skin incisions that will need to hold for an extended period?
Which suture is mainly used in vascular anastomoses?
Which suture is mainly used in vascular anastomoses?
Which suture material has a distinctive feature known as 'capillarity'?
Which suture material has a distinctive feature known as 'capillarity'?
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Which suture is known for its good handling and less stiffness?
Which suture is known for its good handling and less stiffness?
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Which suture is known for its high strength and resistance to degradation, making it suitable for closing surgical wounds that require long-term support?
Which suture is known for its high strength and resistance to degradation, making it suitable for closing surgical wounds that require long-term support?
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Which suture material is known for its unique property of being 'non-capillary,' meaning it does not harbor bacteria within its fibers?
Which suture material is known for its unique property of being 'non-capillary,' meaning it does not harbor bacteria within its fibers?
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What suture material is frequently utilized in vascular anastomoses due to its smooth, non-reactive properties that minimize tissue trauma and potential for blood clots?
What suture material is frequently utilized in vascular anastomoses due to its smooth, non-reactive properties that minimize tissue trauma and potential for blood clots?
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Which suture material possesses a distinctive feature referred to as 'memory,' enabling it to retain its original shape after being tied or manipulated?
Which suture material possesses a distinctive feature referred to as 'memory,' enabling it to retain its original shape after being tied or manipulated?
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Identify the suture material that displays a notable inflammatory response when used in surgical procedures, potentially affecting healing outcomes.
Identify the suture material that displays a notable inflammatory response when used in surgical procedures, potentially affecting healing outcomes.
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Which suture is commonly used in procedures where a strong, long-lasting bond is required, such as wound closure in the linea alba?
Which suture is commonly used in procedures where a strong, long-lasting bond is required, such as wound closure in the linea alba?
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Among the sutures listed, identify the one considered to be a 'multifilament,' possessing multiple strands that are intertwined to form a single suture.
Among the sutures listed, identify the one considered to be a 'multifilament,' possessing multiple strands that are intertwined to form a single suture.
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Which suture material is typically employed in situations requiring short-term tissue support, offering quick absorption and minimal inflammatory response?
Which suture material is typically employed in situations requiring short-term tissue support, offering quick absorption and minimal inflammatory response?
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What suture material is characterized by being 'inert,' meaning it does not react with body tissues and can be used for extended periods without causing significant inflammation or adverse reactions?
What suture material is characterized by being 'inert,' meaning it does not react with body tissues and can be used for extended periods without causing significant inflammation or adverse reactions?
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Identify the suture material known for its excellent handling properties, making it easy to work with during surgical procedures.
Identify the suture material known for its excellent handling properties, making it easy to work with during surgical procedures.
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Flashcards
Absorbable Sutures
Absorbable Sutures
Sutures that degrade and are absorbed by the body over time, used for internal wounds.
Vicryl
Vicryl
A type of absorbable suture made from polyglactin 910, typically used for medium-term applications.
PDS II
PDS II
A long-term absorbable suture made from polydiaxanone, used for closing wounds like the linea alba.
Non-absorbable Sutures
Non-absorbable Sutures
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Nylon Sutures
Nylon Sutures
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Monocryl
Monocryl
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Maxon
Maxon
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Prolene
Prolene
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Ethibond
Ethibond
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Dexon
Dexon
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Surgical Gut
Surgical Gut
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Nylon
Nylon
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Perma-hand
Perma-hand
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Catgut
Catgut
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Stainless Steel Sutures
Stainless Steel Sutures
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Study Notes
Absorbable Sutures
- Absorbable sutures degrade in urine, a characteristic of synthetic absorbable sutures.
- Monofilament sutures are prone to damage from memory and handling, have poor capillarity, and are flexible.
- Multifilament sutures have memory, are handled easily, display good capillarity, and have increased drag.
Non-Absorbable Sutures
- Nylon, a common non-absorbable suture, is a polyamide. It is multi, stiff, and medium term.
- Polypropylene (Prolene) is a form of non-absorbable suture that is mono, stiff, and long lasting.
- Polybutester (Novafil) is a mono, medium term suture that is a polyurethan.
- Coated polyester stitches are multi, stiff.
- Silk is a non-absorbable suture, a metallic one, and occasionally used for minimizing tissue ran.
- Stainless steel sutures are multi, less stiff. They demonstrate good handling due to their metallic property and are rarely used as they may cut tissue.
- Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl) is a multi, medium-term suture and a polyglycolide.
- Polyglactone 25 (Monocryl) is a mono, medium-term suture of polylactic acid.
- Polydioxanone (PDS II) is a medium-term suture with closing characteristics in skin and long-term stability in tissues. It is a polydiaxanone.
- Polyglycolic acid (Catgut) is a multi-type suture with a notable inflammatory response.
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Explore the different types of sutures in this quiz, focusing on absorbable and non-absorbable options. Learn about the unique properties, materials, and uses of each type, including monofilament and multifilament sutures. Test your knowledge on surgical sutures and their applications in medical procedures.
