Tight or wide stitches? study tests which makes a better scar
NCT ID NCT03327922
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether placing deep stitches 1 centimeter apart or 2 centimeters apart leads to a better-looking scar after skin surgery on the trunk or limbs. Fifty adults had their wounds closed with both spacing methods on different parts of the same wound. Blinded reviewers then scored the scars using a standard scale. The goal is to find the best technique for cosmetic results.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Vicryl absorbable suture
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could help doctors choose the best suture spacing for more attractive scars after surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Scar appearance is subjective and may vary.
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Locations
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University of California, Davis, Department of Dermatology
Sacramento, California, 95816, United States