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Initial experience of using GRAFTAC absorbable staples to attach split skin grafts
M V McKiernan1, S Pape, N R McLean
1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Burns Surgery, Newcastle General Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
|December 1, 1995
Summary
The GRAFTAC skin stapler using absorbable tacs offers a viable alternative to traditional metal staples for skin grafting. This study compares its effectiveness, cost, and clinical outcomes in 28 patients.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Wound Healing
- Biomaterials
Background:
- Split-skin grafting is a common surgical procedure for wound closure.
- Traditional metal skin staples are widely used but can cause complications.
- Absorbable tacs offer a potentially less invasive alternative.