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Prospective study using skin staplers in head and neck surgery

L R dos Santos1, C A Freitas, F C Hojaij

  • 1Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Hospital das Clinicas, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Brazil.

American Journal of Surgery
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Skin staples offer faster wound closure in head and neck surgery compared to nylon sutures, with comparable cosmetic outcomes and complication rates. This method significantly reduces closure time, making it an efficient alternative.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Wound Management
  • Head and Neck Surgery

Background:

  • Investigating the efficacy of skin staples versus traditional nylon sutures for skin closure in head and neck surgical procedures.
  • Assessing the advantages and disadvantages of each closure method in a prospective trial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the outcomes of stapled skin closure with conventional nylon sutures in head and neck surgery.
  • To evaluate differences in closure time, cosmetic results, complications, and cost.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective trial involving 20 patients undergoing extensive head and neck surgery with skin staples.
  • A parallel control group of 20 matched patients with noncontinuous nylon suture closure.
  • Follow-up to record complications, assess cosmetic results, and measure closure time and cost.

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Main Results:

  • Stapled closure averaged 5 minutes, a 80% reduction compared to 25 minutes for sutures.
  • Good cosmetic results were observed in 80% of the stapled group and 85% of the sutured group.
  • Complications occurred in 5 patients (stapled) and 3 patients (sutured); costs were comparable.

Conclusions:

  • Skin staples significantly expedite wound closure in head and neck surgery.
  • Stapled closure provides comparable cosmetic results and complication rates to nylon sutures.
  • While slightly more expensive, skin staples offer substantial time savings for surgical procedures.