This fact is from Sutures & Instruments in General Surgery. It is a commonly tested concept in NEET MDS examinations. Understanding this fact is crucial for answering MCQs correctly.
Absorbable sutures = Vicryl polyglactin most common, Catgut natural protein
Non-absorbable = Silk most common non-absorbable, Prolene monofilament, Nylon polyamide
3-0 to 5-0 most used in oral surgery
Cutting needle = skin oral mucosa
Round needle = internal organs soft tissue
Hemostats = artery forceps.