Catgut - Wikipedia Catgut (also known as gut) is a type of cord [1] that is prepared from the natural fiber found in the walls of animal intestines [2] Catgut makers usually use sheep or goat intestines, but occasionally use the intestines of cattle, [3] hogs, horses, mules, or donkeys [4]
Catgut suture - Wikipedia Catgut suture is a type of surgical suture made of twisted strands of purified collagen taken from the small intestine of domesticated ruminants or beef tendon
Catgut | Surgical Thread, Animal Intestine String | Britannica Catgut, tough cord made from the intestines of certain animals, particularly sheep, and used for surgical ligatures and sutures, for the strings of violins and related instruments, and for the strings of tennis rackets and archery bows
Understanding Catgut: Its Meaning, Uses, and History Catgut, a traditional material made from sheep or goat intestines, has a rich history in the world of music, particularly in string instruments Its unique properties and availability have made it the go-to choice for string makers for centuries
Catgut - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics Catgut is defined as a natural suture material derived from the submucosa of sheep intestine or the serosa of cattle intestine, known for its stiffness and tendency to cause tissue inflammation