Practical Suture Techniques for Drain Securement: A Comparative Overview

Effective drain fixation is a crucial step of drainage procedures, directly impacting both patient safety and postoperative outcomes. This manuscript reviews commonly-employed suture techniques for drain securement, emphasizing comparative advantages in terms of time, security, and tissue response. We detail suture material selection, including common types such as silk, nylon, and prolene, and outline the execution and clinical considerations of 6 core techniques: the air knot, Roman Sandle, Reverse Stitch, Bumper Stitch, Purse String, and Double D stitches. Based on the authors' institutional experience, the reverse and bumper stitches demonstrate superior resistance to dislodgement.