Suturing

Which suture material is obtained from deep flexor tendons of cattle?

• Gut

• Collagen

• Nylon

• Polyglycolic acid

Which type of suture method provides a more water tight closure?

• Cross type suture

• Mattress suture

• Continuous suture

• Interrupted suture

Who was the first to use disinfected suture material using carbolic acid?

• Ambroise Pare

• Galen

• Hippocrates

• Joseph Lister

Which suture material is used for suturing muscle, fascia, capsule, tendon, and subcuticular skin?

• Polyglycolic acid

• Catgut

• Polydioxanone

• Polygalactin 910

What is the main advantage of using nylon as a suture material?

• Poor knot holding capacity

• Cut end irritates tissue

• Minimal tissue reaction

• Very stiff

What is the purpose of a tissue holding forceps in suturing?

• Stabilize soft tissue flaps

• Cut sutures

• Hold needles

• Tie knots

What does the term 'suture' mean?

• Cutting

• Uniting

• Stitching

• Seam

The image shown here most likely shows

• a continuous suture.

• an interrupted suture.

The image shown here most likely shows

• a continuous suture.

• an interrupted suture.

What is a suture and why is it important?

• A suture is a type of medical stitch used to close wounds, and it is important for healing.

• A suture is a type of bandage used to cover wounds, and it is important for protection.

• A suture is a type of medication used to treat infections, and it is important for recovery.

• A suture is a type of diagnostic tool used to identify diseases, and it is important for diagnosis.