ASU BME100 Midterm Practice Exam

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When selecting suture for a contaminated abdominal wall closure, which property is generally preferred when clinically appropriate?

Braided material with high capillarity Monofilament material with lower tissue drag and bacterial harboring potential Rapidly absorbing suture for fascia Suture with the largest possible diameter

Correct Answer:

Monofilament material with lower tissue drag and bacterial harboring potential

Explanation:

Monofilament sutures generally have less capillarity and fewer interstices that can harbor bacteria than braided sutures, which can be advantageous in contaminated wounds.

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