Thread
Thread (medicine)
A thread in medicine is a type of suture material used to close wounds. It is a long, thin strand of material that is threaded through a needle and used to stitch together the edges of a wound or incision.
Types of threads[edit | edit source]
There are two main types of threads used in medicine: absorbable and non-absorbable.
- Absorbable sutures are made from materials that are broken down by the body over time and do not need to be removed. They are often used for internal sutures.
- Non-absorbable sutures are made from materials that are not broken down by the body and must be removed after the wound has healed. They are often used for skin sutures.
Materials[edit | edit source]
Threads can be made from a variety of materials, including:
- Silk - A natural material that is strong and easy to handle, but can cause inflammation in the body.
- Nylon - A synthetic material that is strong and causes less inflammation than silk.
- Polypropylene - A synthetic material that is strong and causes less inflammation than nylon.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Threads are used in a variety of medical procedures, including:
- Surgery - Threads are used to close incisions made during surgery.
- Wound care - Threads are used to close wounds and promote healing.
- Dental procedures - Threads are used to secure dental implants and close wounds in the mouth.
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