Effective against many viruses. The use of common brand names as examples does not indicate a product endorsement. 1 Instruments must be rinsed thoroughly with sterile water or saline to remove chemical sterilants before being used. Ligate or suture tissues where an absorbable suture is desirable. Ligate or suture tissues especially where an absorbable suture and extended wound support is desirable Prolene Nonabsorbable.
Silk is very easy to use and knot.
Silk is not acceptable for suturing skin. Chromic Gut Absorbable. Causes mild inflammation, but is absorbed more rapidly than synthetics. Chromic gut is not acceptable for suturing skin. Stainless Steel Wound Clips, Staples Nonabsorbable.