Oral Surgery · single question
Which suture material causes the MOST tissue inflammation/reaction?
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Correct answer: A. Braided silk
- A. Correct. Braided (multifilament) silk wicks fluid/bacteria into its interstices and is more reactive, causing greater inflammation.
- B. Incorrect. Monofilament nylon is smooth and minimally reactive.
- C. Incorrect. ePTFE (e.g., Gore-Tex) is inert and low-reactivity.