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- The study aimed to compare the handling and 6-month clinical outcomes of a long-term absorbable suture (PLG) versus a permanent monofilament suture (polypropylene) for fascial closure in high-risk patients.
- 203 patients were enrolled, and while demographics were similar, PLG exhibited better handling characteristics, such as smoother knot tie-down and strength, although the monofilament was easier for tissue passage.
- No significant differences were noted in post-surgical complications or pain, suggesting that PLG is a viable non-permanent option for patients with high risk for poor wound outcomes.
Article Abstract
Objective: The objective was to compare the handling characteristics and
Methods: During the 13-month study interval, 203 high-risk patients were enrolled in this randomized prospective trial. All were managed under a strict perioperative management protocol.
Results: There was no clinically significant difference in patient demographics. Seventy percent carried a diagnosis of abdominal malignancy. The mean body mass index of the population was 33.1. Wound variables including incision length, incision site, measured subcutaneous tissue thickness, and method of subcutaneous dissection did not differ. During the evaluation of suture handling properties PLG was judged to be statistically superior (P < 0.001) in lack of springback, knot tie-down smoothness, knot security, knot strength, and surgical hand. The monofilament suture was judged superior (P < 0001) in ease of tissue passage. There was no difference in incisional pain, suture rejection, superficial wound dehiscence, infection, seroma, or hernia.
Conclusion: PLG suture represents a suitable nonpermanent suture alternative for fascial closure in patients at risk for poor wound outcome.
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