Medical Student Blog

Stitches play a crucial role in closing wounds, promoting faster healing, and reducing scarring. But while the stitching itself happens in minutes...

The continuous suture technique is a common method used to close surgical incisions and wounds using one uninterrupted line of stitching. It can b...

Knowing when a cut needs stitches is an important part of proper wound care. Recognizing the signs of a serious injury can help you avoid complica...

In any operating room, you’ll find neatly arranged instruments, each with a clear purpose, from the first cut to the final stitch. These tools are...

Have you ever wondered why some stitches dissolve while others have to be taken out? The answer lies in the two main types of sutures used in medi...

Have you ever experienced or witnessed a patient breaking out in a rash or experiencing discomfort after a surgical procedure? It could be an alle...

You’ve probably heard doctors, nurses, and medical shows use “sutures” and “stitches” interchangeably, leaving you wondering if there’s actually a...

Walk into any operating room, and you'll find surgeons making crucial decisions about wound closure materials. Among these critical choices, monof...

The world of surgical sutures can be surprisingly complex. Numbering systems run in reverse, materials range from absorbable to permanent, and the...

Sutures have been used for thousands of years and are among the oldest known medical tools. Early civilizations relied on natural materials like p...

Sutures are a basic yet vital part of medicine, but many people don’t realize how important they are. These small threads help wounds heal properl...

While stitches are not meant to stay in permanently, removing them at the right time is key to proper recovery. Taking stitches out too soon can c...