[Traumatic lacerations: wound closure]

Arch Pediatr. 2011 Mar;18(3):344-8. doi: 10.1016/j.arcped.2011.01.002. Epub 2011 Jan 26.
[Article in French]

Abstract

The suture, when possible, is the best method to close a simple wound. It must be preceded by debridement and performed with great care. A rigorous technique applied in the best possible environment is necessary but not always sufficient to achieve a good cosmetic result.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Debridement
  • Esthetics
  • Humans
  • Lacerations / surgery*
  • Pediatrics
  • Suture Techniques*