Stitch showdown: which suture keeps surgical wounds safer?
NCT ID NCT07451990
First seen Mar 12, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looked at two different stitch materials, Vicryl and Prolene, used to close the belly wall after planned abdominal surgery. 152 adults were randomly assigned to receive one type of stitch. The goal was to see which material led to fewer wound infections or wound reopening within 30 days after surgery. The results help surgeons choose the best stitch for safer recovery.
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Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar
Peshawar, KPK, 25000, Pakistan
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