University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

86

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

**Suture Care** Wound closure is an important aspect of wound healing. Wounds close well. Proper wound closure helps decrease the incidence of infection. The process of wound closure involves approximation of edges of tissues while aligning the layers of tissues. This helps to restore the anatomic and functional integrity of the tissues. Sutures are thread-like materials used to close a wound. Sutures are placed by means of a needle and suture material. **Types of Suture Materials** * Absorbable * Plain catgut * Chromic catgut * Polyglycolic acid * Polyglactin 910 * Non-absorbable * Cotton * Linen * Silk * Steel * Polypropylene The monofilament has the presence of no infection as it closes tight to the tissues. It does not allow bacteria to enter the tissues. It is also given tension strength. So, the plain sutures slip because of the plain surface. The monofilament suture doesn't allow knots to slip, but it loosens the edges with the tissue. Consequently, the polyfilament suture has a chemical coating. **Suture Materials** * Monofilament - nylon, steel * Absorbable - catgut, poliglecaprone 25, poliglecaprone 910 * Polyfilament - made up of multiple fibers * Non-absorbable - silk, cotton, linen, steel