<p>Sutures are used to close wounds that are too large or deep to be closed with adhesive strips or skin glue. They are also used to close wounds that are in difficult-to-reach areas. There are two main types of sutures: absorbable and non-absorbable. Absorbable sutures dissolve on their own over time, while non-absorbable sutures need to be removed by a healthcare professional. The size of a suture is measured in millimeters. The smaller the number, the thinner the suture. Suture size is important because it affects how much tension is needed to close the wound. Too much tension can cause tissue damage, while too little tension can cause the wound to gape open.</p>

Cardinal Health Presource Suture Removal Tray, Sterile

Cardinal Health Presource Suture Removal Tray is designed with essential components: Thumb forceps, 4" littauer scissors, and 12-Ply 3" x 3" gauze sponge. 

McKesson Absorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated P-13 13 mm

Mckesson Absorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated P-13 13mm offers PGA-PCL construction for excellent absorption, pliability, and handling. Featuring a reverse cutting needle and absorbable suture type with 5-0 diameter, it is sterile and single-use, ideal for subcuticular closure and soft tissue approximation.

Dynarex Suture Removal Kit Sterile

Dynarex Suture Removal Kit Sterile provides convenience and extra protection against cross-infection. Plastic tray ensures a sterile field for suture removal. Removable Tyvek lid adds further protection.

Busse Hospital Disposables Wound Closure Kit, Sterile

Mersilene Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle FS-1 24 mm 20.1 to 40 mm - 36/Box

Coated Vicryl Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated TG140-8

J & J Healthcare Systems Absorbable Suture with Needle SC-1 13 mm 10.1 to 20 mm - 36/Box

Coated Vicryl Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated CS140-6 6.5 mm 5.1 to 10 mm - 12/Box

McKesson Absorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated C-13 19 mm 10.1 to 20 mm 10.1 to 20 mm - 1/Box

Coated Vicryl Absorbable Suture with Needle Coated SH 26 mm

Monocryl Absorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated PC-1 13 mm

Surgical Specialties Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated DSM18

Ethilon Nonabsorbable Suture with Needle Uncoated TG160-6

Medline X-Ray Detectable Blue Foam Suture Boots

Busse Suture Removal Kit With Iris Scissors

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Sutures

Sutures are used to close wounds that are too large or deep to be closed with adhesive strips or skin glue. They are also used to close wounds that are in difficult-to-reach areas. There are two main types of sutures: absorbable and non-absorbable. Absorbable sutures dissolve on their own over time, while non-absorbable sutures need to be removed by a healthcare professional. The size of a suture is measured in millimeters. The smaller the number, the thinner the suture. Suture size is important because it affects how much tension is needed to close the wound. Too much tension can cause tissue damage, while too little tension can cause the wound to gape open.