Taper Point Plain Gut Absorbable SuturesAn absorbable, sterile surgical suture composed of purified connective tissue (mostly collagen) derived from either the serosal layer of beef (bovine) or the submucosal fibrous layer of sheep (ovine) intestines Chromic gut suture is processed to provide greater resistance to absorption Indicated for use in general soft tissue approximation and or ligation, including use in ophthalmic procedures, but not for use in cardiovascular and neurological