Abstract

Sutures and Their Stitching

Author(s): Dr. Abhishek Joshi

After an injury or surgery, surgical sutures are used to hold body tissues together. Sutures (or stitches) are usually applied with a needle and a piece of thread connected, and surgical knots are used to secure them. Learning and mastering the technique of suturing a wound is an important surgical skill to master. It is critical to suture and close wounds in order to prevent infection.

• Reduce dead space
• Support and strengthen wounds until healing
• Approximation of skin edges to reduce scaring
• Reduce the risk of bleeding and wound infection