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Primary, Secondary, Tertiary suture (SURG PLAT pp 75)

2. 5 characteristics of ideal suture

3. Why is monofilament preferred over multifilament

4. 3 synthetic absorbable and non-absorbable suture (SURG PLAT pp 118, 120)

5. Criteria for choice of suture techniques
The choice of suture technique depends on the following:
 Type and anatomic location of the wound.
 Thickness of the skin.
 Degree of tension.
 Desired cosmetic result.

6. What is suture
A suture is a stitch or a row of stitches holding together the edges of a wound or
surgical incision. Sutures can sometimes be called stitches.

It is important to care for your sutures to help the healing process.