Surgical Sutures - A Review
A good suturing goes a long way in aesthetic as well as effective wound closure. Selection of material varies with the tissue requirements. The sutures have evolved considerably over the years and are classified according to their origin, material used, number of filaments and thickness. In this art...
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| description | A good suturing goes a long way in aesthetic as well as effective wound closure. Selection of material varies with the tissue requirements. The sutures have evolved considerably over the years and are classified according to their origin, material used, number of filaments and thickness. In this article the characteristics and uses of various sutures used in ophthalmic surgery shall be discussed. |
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