A randomised study to evaluate two different skin closure techniques : subcuticular sutures vs. staples : an investigation into patient satisfaction

[摘要] ENGLISH ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVEThe purpose of the study is to establish the best method of wound closure withregards to patient satisfaction that includes wound cosmesis and pain.STUDY DESIGNOne hundred patients were randomised to two groups for the closure ofabdominal wounds; one group had subcuticular sutures and the other staples.They were followed up at 6 weeks. The primary outcome was patientsatisfaction that includes wound cosmesis and pain. The secondary outcomewas wound complications.RESULTS In women undergoing abdominal operations there was no difference as regardsthe patient satisfaction in both the groups, subcuticular sutures n= 51 vs. staplesn=49 (P = 0.76).CONCLUSIONOur study suggest that there is no statistically significant difference in themethods of wound closure, subcuticular sutures vs. staples as regards the patientsatisfaction and the appearance of the scar leaving the decision in the hands ofthe surgeon to choose any method according to their own personnel preferenceand availability.

[发布机构] Stellenbosch University