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Purse-String Suture Technique in Reducing Surgical Defect Size.

Richard Simman^1,2, Karen Bach³, Samantha Marie Achauer³

¹Jobst Vascular Institute, ProMedica Health Network, Toledo, OH.

|November 16, 2022

Summary

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The purse-string suture (PSS) technique is a surgical method for wound closure. It offers benefits in plastic surgery but carries specific risks that necessitate careful consideration.

Area of Science:

Surgical Techniques
Plastic Reconstructive Surgery
Wound Closure Methods

Background:

The purse-string suture (PSS) technique is a specialized surgical method.
Understanding its application is crucial for effective wound management in reconstructive procedures.

Keywords:

purse string suture surgical defect wound care

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