Catgut suture is a type of surgical suture that is naturally degraded by the body's own proteolytic enzymes. Absorption is complete by 90 days, and full tensile strength remains for at least 7 days.

Are catgut sutures dissolvable?

Catgut Chromic Suture | Catgut suture

Catgut or gut suture is an absorbable suture usually manufactured from the intestine of sheep or goat.

How long does it take for stitches to dissolve?

The time it takes for dissolvable or absorbable stitches to disappear can vary. Most types should start to dissolve or fall out within a week or two, although it may be a few weeks before they disappear completely. Some may last for several months.