Absorbable vs non absorbable sutures for wound closure. Systematic review of systematic reviews

National survey demonstrates significant variation in suture use for dermatological procedures

“…TAGU is a rare entity, which has been documented 22 times since 1969. 1 Like previously documented cases, our patient demonstrated clear evidence of both uveitis and sarcoidal granulomas in the absence of systemic sarcoidosis. Previously reported treatments include topical and oral corticosteroids and systemic immunosuppression.…”

“…Previously reported treatments include topical and oral corticosteroids and systemic immunosuppression. 1 Our case is novel as our patient's cutaneous symptoms appeared to respond to the use of corticosteroid eye drops. Systemic intraocular absorption is a known phenomenon with frequent use of corticosteroid eye drops, 2 with clinically significant absorption reported experimentally 3 and clinically.…”

“…Published suture trials have been of poor quality, have been underpowered and have carried a high risk of bias. 1 We aimed to ascertain the current practice of epidermal surface sutures through a survey of UK dermatologists and plastic surgeons. We did not address suture technique or dermal suture use.…”

“…Calciphylaxis is a rare and potentially life-threatening syndrome of vascular calcification and skin necrosis. 1,2 It usually presents with painful, violaceous patches or plaques in a livedoid pattern, which progress into nonhealing ulcers with underlying tissue necrosis. Calciphylaxis can be classified as central (when proximal to the knees and elbows) or peripheral.…”

Paradigms in Complex Facial Scar Management

“…The studies concluded that a lack of uniformity and standardized objective outcomes make interstudy analysis difficult, and therefore large randomized controlled studies are needed to infer any potential benefit. [17][18][19] A Cochrane review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) examining the use of tissue adhesives in comparison to suture closure found no distinction in cosmetic outcome. Notably, this review only included simple linear superficial facial lacerations less than 4 cm in length.…”