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[Skin closure. A prospective randomized study].

R Lundblad, H V Simensen, J N Wiig

    Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
    |April 30, 1989
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    Continuous subcuticular resorbable sutures offer good cosmetic results and fewer wound complications for inguinal hernia and non-perforated appendicitis. This method avoids suture removal visits, making it a viable surgical closure option.

    Area of Science:

    • Surgical Innovation
    • Wound Healing
    • Dermatology

    Background:

    • Surgical site closure is critical for healing and aesthetics.
    • Traditional skin closure methods often require suture removal, adding patient inconvenience.
    • Evaluating novel closure techniques is essential for improving surgical outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the cosmetic outcomes and complication rates of continuous subcuticular resorbable sutures versus monofilament nylon mattress sutures for skin closure.
    • To assess the efficacy of subcuticular resorbable sutures in patients undergoing inguinal hernia repair and acute appendicitis surgery.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective randomized study involving 100 inguinal hernia patients and 66 acute appendicitis patients.
    • Patients were randomized to skin closure with either continuous subcuticular resorbable suture or monofilament nylon mattress suture.

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  • Follow-up assessments were conducted at three weeks and three months post-surgery.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant difference in cosmetic results was observed between the two closure methods.
    • Subcuticular sutures did not increase postoperative wound infection rates in inguinal hernia or non-perforated appendicitis cases.
    • A potential increase in wound infection was noted with subcuticular sutures in perforated appendicitis cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Continuous subcuticular resorbable sutures provide excellent cosmetic results and low complication rates when used appropriately.
    • This technique eliminates the need for a separate suture removal appointment, enhancing patient convenience.
    • Careful patient selection is advised, particularly in cases of perforated appendicitis.