Changes

==Simple Continuous==

==Simple Continuous==

This pattern is also an appositional pattern, where the suture material is knotted only at the beginning and end of the suture. The advantage of this technique is the reduced amount of suture material in contact with the wound, and an even tension is achieved along the wound. Use 5 throws at the start of the suture and 6 throws to finish.  

This pattern is also an appositional pattern, where the suture material is knotted only at the beginning and end of the suture. The advantage of this technique is the reduced amount of suture material in contact with the wound, and an even tension is achieved along the wound. Use 5 throws at the start of the suture and 6 throws to finish.

 

 

Basic suture patterns can also be inserted intra dermally in order to reduce the amount of material on the external surface which is then vulnerable to interference by the patient. Intradermal sutures are well toloerated and have a pleasing cosmetic appearance, but are more time consuming to insert and require a lttle practice to do well. They can be a good solution to circumstances where post operative care will be impossible such as neutering of strays due for immediate release.

==Horizontal mattress==

==Horizontal mattress==