A non-sterile, single-strand (monofilament), natural, non-bioabsorbable thread made from raw silk spun by silkworms intended to join (i.e., approximate) the edges of a soft-tissue wound or incision by stitching or to ligate soft tissues; it must be sterilized before use and may include an attached needle intended to be disposed of after single use. It provides temporary wound support until the wound sufficiently heals to withstand normal stress. Although classified as a "non-bioabsorbable" material, it is typically digested by proteolysis after an extended period of time. This is a single-use device.