Nylon Sutures are a type of suture made of nylon and are non-absorbable. The color of nylon sutures is blue according to the international standard. This thread is sterilized using ethylene oxide gas. Given that nylon thread is non-absorbable, it is usually used for superficial and skin sutures. The important point about nylon surgical sutures is that this appropriate thread should be selected according to the patient's condition. The suture created by nylon sutures should be removed within 30 days. Nylon surgical sutures are available in various sizes and with different needles. Below are some types of nylon sutures.