Which of the following sutures will not harbor bacteria?

Maxon is an absorbable suture made from polyglyconate, which is a synthetic polymer. One of the key features of synthetic absorbable sutures like Maxon is that they tend to be more resistant to bacterial colonization compared to non-absorbable sutures or those made from natural materials. This is primarily due to their smooth surface and the synthesized nature of the material, which makes it less conducive to bacteria adhering and growing.

In surgical practice, the risk of infection is a serious concern, and selecting sutures that minimize this risk can greatly impact patient outcomes. Absorbable sutures like Maxon not only dissolve over time—eliminating the need for suture removal—but also tend to have biochemical properties that make them less likely to be a habitat for bacteria.

Other suture types, such as silk, chromic gut, and Vicryl, do not have the same level of resistance to bacterial colonization. Silk, being a natural fiber, can allow bacteria to adhere more readily. Chromic gut also is a natural suture material that can harbor bacteria. Vicryl is a synthetic suture, but it has a different composition that does not offer the same degree of protection against bacterial harboring as Maxon