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Synthetic absorbable sutures are all composed of different monomers or polymers. Each monomer affects the resultant strength, flexibility, and speed at which the suture is absorbed. Monomers used in most currently available sutures include glycolide, lactide, p‐dioxanone, ε‐caprolactone, and trimethylene carbonate. Glycolide and lactide contribute to the resulting strength of the suture, while ε‐caprolactone and trimethylene carbonate contribute to increased flexibility. p‐Dioxanone contributes moderate strength and moderate flexibility. Combinations of these monomers in different proportions are used to obtain desired properties for different applications.