Question 1

Plain gut comes packaged in alcohol to prevent drying out.

Accepted Answer

Plain gut (also known as catgut) is a type of surgical suture made from the intestines of sheep or cows. It is packaged in alcohol to prevent it from drying out before use.

Question 2

Prolene may be clear or purple.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Prolene may be clear or purple....

Question 3

A PC needle is used mainly on cartilage.

Accepted Answer

A PC needle, or Precision Cosmetic needle, is primarily designed for injecting fillers into the skin, not for use on cartilage.

Question 4

Silk is an absorbable suture.

Accepted Answer

Silk is a non-absorbable suture material, used for its strength and non-reactivity, but it does not dissolve or get absorbed by the body.

Question 5

Vicryl is an absorbable suture.

Accepted Answer

Vicryl is an absorbable suture made of a synthetic polymer called polyglactin. It is commonly used in surgeries and is naturally broken down and absorbed by the body over time, eliminating the need for a suture removal procedure.

Quiz 4: Sutures and Suture Needles

Plain gut comes packaged in alcohol to prevent drying out.

Prolene may be clear or purple.

A PC needle is used mainly on cartilage.

Silk is an absorbable suture.

Vicryl is an absorbable suture.