Wound Suturing
About the procedure
Wound suturing is the closure of lacerations or surgical incisions using stitches to promote healing, prevent infection, and restore function and cosmesis. Performed under local or general anesthesia depending on depth and location, sutures are applied layer by layer for strength and alignment. Absorbable or non-absorbable sutures are chosen based on wound site. Diagnosis includes assessment of wound depth, contamination, and tissue viability. Postoperative care involves keeping the wound clean, suture removal in 7–14 days, and monitoring for infection or wound dehiscence.
