Abstract | OBJECTIVE: METHODS: RESULTS: CONCLUSIONS:
Polybutester skin suture diminishes the risk of hypertrophic scarring because of its special properties allowing it to adapt to changing tensions in the wound. Increased closure tension of the skin in the midline region above the pubic bone may be caused by a relative immobility of the skin. Scar cosmetics in this area may be improved by extra subcuticular suture support.
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Authors | J B Trimbos, M Smeets, M Verdel, J Hermans |
Journal | Obstetrics and gynecology
(Obstet Gynecol)
Vol. 82
Issue 3
Pg. 390-3
(Sep 1993)
ISSN: 0029-7844 [Print] United States |
PMID | 8355939
(Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Comparative Study, Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial)
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Chemical References |
- Nylons
- Polyesters
- polybutester
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Topics |
- Cicatrix
- Cicatrix, Hypertrophic
(epidemiology, prevention & control)
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Humans
- Laparotomy
(methods)
- Nylons
- Polyesters
- Sutures
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