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Staples for intra-operative skin retraction in hand surgery
J K O'Neill1, P Robinson2, G E B Giddins2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal United Hospital, Bath, UK ; Department of Plastic Surgery, Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, UK.
Skin staples offer a rapid and reliable method for surgical site access, proving superior to manual retraction. This technique minimizes skin trauma, especially beneficial for fragile skin types.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Techniques
- Wound Management
Background:
- Skin retraction is crucial for surgical site access.
- Manual retraction can be unreliable and labor-intensive.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and benefits of skin staples for surgical retraction.
Main Methods:
- Utilized skin staples for retraction in various surgical scenarios.
- Compared staple retraction to manual skin hook retraction.
Main Results:
- Skin staples provide reliable and predictable retraction.
- Staples minimize skin trauma by pinching rather than piercing.
- Frees up surgical assistants for other critical tasks.
- Presents advantages for patients with thin or steroid-treated skin.
- Leave no visible marks upon removal.
Conclusions:
- Skin staples are an effective and advantageous alternative to manual retraction.
- The technique offers improved patient outcomes and surgical efficiency.
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