What are the Non-absorbable Sutures used for?

Non-absorbable Sutures are made up of special silk, or synthetics like silk, polyester, polypropylene or nylon.

Due to low tissue reactivity, these sutures are typically used in heart surgeries like vascular anastomosis procedures (due to the constant movement and pressure on the heart). Usually, because they cause less scarring also used in surgeries where the cosmetic outcome is significant. These sutures may be left in permanently or removed after a while, depending on the intensity of the wound.