Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The principle aims of tissue repair of surgical skin incisions arc rapid acquisition of strength and minimum tissue damage with minimum inflammation and a good scar. Many factors including the choice of suture materials and its placements influence these aims. But of particular relevance is the accurate co‐optation of dermal edges., eversion or inversion leads to sub optimal hen ling. The study was conducted on 100 patients who underwent elective surgery. Randomly selected patient, to receive either suture or staple repair. The appearance of the scar among the staple groups was good in 90% of those who returned for follow up at one month, I0% had average scar, with widening or hypertrophy of the scar with itching. The cosmetic appearance of the scar was good in 60% of the cases in the suture group, with 30% with average and 10% poor scars.
How to cite this article:
Kumar Avinash Bhavikatti, Abhijit S. Medikeri, Sriharsha Bhimavarapu and Shrikant Channadasar. Effect of Skin Staples and Conventional Suture for Abdominal Wound Closure.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.237.239
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