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Nylon 6,6 is a high molecular mass linear condensation polymer that possesses high tensile strength. It is spun into fibres and is widely used for making sheets, bristles for brushes, surgical sutures, and textile fabrics.

Nylon 6 is used for the manufacture of tyre cords, fabrics, and ropes.

Terylene is used for making wrinkle-free fabrics and blending with cotton and wool.

Neoprene is used for the manufacture of chemical containers, conveyer belts, gaskets, and hoses.

Therefore, Nylon 6,6 is the polymer used to obtain surgical sutures.

Answer: Nylon 6,6