Which type of suture is less traumatic and glides easily through tissue?

a. Monofilament
b. Polyfilament
c. Unafilament
d. Bifilament


ANS: A
Monofilament suture consists of a single threadlike structure. Monofilament is generally less traumatic and smoothly glides through tissue without catching.

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