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Controlled-tension suture-tying forceps.

E M Talbot1, A W Thorpe, I Mushtaq

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Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
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Suture-tying forceps allow surgeons to achieve consistent suture tension for evenly compressed wounds. Forceps performance was unaffected by sterilization methods and showed a linear relationship between setting and suture tension.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Instrumentation
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Achieving consistent suture tension is crucial for wound healing and minimizing complications.
  • Existing methods for suture tensioning can be variable and operator-dependent.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the tensioning capabilities of novel suture-tying forceps.
  • To assess the impact of lubricants and sterilization on forceps performance.

Main Methods:

  • Suture tension was measured using a calibrated cantilever beam strain-gauge device.
  • Tests utilized 10/0 nylon, 8/0 polyglactin (Vicryl), and 8/0 virgin silk sutures.
  • Forceps tips were tested with and without lubricants (citrated blood, sodium hyaluronate, saline).

Main Results:

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  • Forceps adjustment allowed for precise tension control in 0.015-N increments.
  • Sterilization via ethylene oxide or autoclaving did not impair forceps function.
  • A linear correlation was observed between the forceps setting and induced suture tension under constant conditions.

Conclusions:

  • Suture-tying forceps provide a reliable and adjustable method for achieving consistent suture tension.
  • The forceps demonstrate robust performance across different suture materials, lubricants, and sterilization methods.
  • This technology has the potential to improve surgical wound closure outcomes.