Sutures
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Area | Size | Removal |
scalp | 4o,5o | 5-8 days |
face | 5o,6o | 3-5 days |
chest/abd | 3o,4o | 7-10 days |
back | 3o,4o | 12-14 days |
upper extrem | 4o,5o | 8-10 days |
lower extrem | 3o,4o | 8-12 days |
foot | 3o,4o | 10-12 days |
joint/extensor surface | 3o,4o | 10-14 days |
joint/felxor surface | 4o,5o | 8-10 days |
+2-3 days for elderly
Special
Horizontal: excess tention, mult parallel lacs
Vertical: contraindication to deeps
See Also
Trauma:Wound Management
Source
Lampe