ABSTRACT
A. Suture materials can be categorized in a number of ways, based on the following different characteristics:
Absorbable vs. nonabsorbable Braided vs. monofilament Synthetic vs. biological Suture size Needle shape (straight; 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, or 5/8
circle; customized shapes)
Needle size Needle point (cutting vs. tapered) Single vs. double needle (single-ended vs.
