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What is subcuticular prolene?
Prolene is the name of the suture used and sub cuticular is the the suturing techique used for a neat scar to close the surgical wound. It involves suturing under the skin so that no suture marks are left
What suture material is used for a open laparotomy cholecystectomy?
for subcutaneuous layer 0 or 2,0 vicryl or prolene and for skin if needed 0 or 2,0 nylon or prolene
What type of suture would be used to invert the appendix stump?
A non-absorbable suture, such as silk or Prolene, would be used to invert the appendix stump during an appendectomy. This helps prevent potential leaks or fistula formation.
What are the sutures used in inguinal hernia?
Vicral and Prolene
Do Prolene stitches leave a bad scar on face?
No. How much of a scar is left is dependant on the cut, the size and type of suture, and type of stitch. If a small size suture is used for a continuous stitch, then generally the injury heals very well. It's the interrupted stitch that leaves the "railroad" scar. If you ever have a large cut on your face, always ask for a plastic surgeon. This assures that the scar will be as minimal as possible.
R prolene is bether than silk?
It depends. silk is more powerful in the healing process, but prolene has a better cosmesis
What does this phrase mean used a number zero catgut suture?
used a number zero catgut suture
Is prolene sutures supposed to dissolve?
No, Prolene sutures are not absorbable and are intended to be permanent. They do not dissolve over time and may need to be removed by a healthcare provider once the wound has healed.
What is Littauer suture scissors used for?
The use of suture scissors is for removing sutures from the body. One of the blades has a notch area in order to slide underneath a suture to snip and remove.
What are suture lines?
A suture is the name given to the stitches used to close a wound or during an operation. The suture lines are the line of sutures used that remain visible even after the sutures have been removed.
What is a sentence for suture?
The doctor used a needle and thread to suture the wound on the patient's arm.
Is a 4-0 suture finer than a 2-0 suture?
Yes. "4-0" is another way of writing out "0000", and 2-0 is another way of writing out "00". The more zeroes, the finer the suture. US suture sizes generally range from 11-0 ("eleven-ought", which is incredibly fine suture used for eye surgery) to 5 (heavy suture used for orthopedic procedures).
