Stitch showdown: which thread closes surgical wounds best?
NCT ID NCT07451990
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
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 thread for safer healing.
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Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar
Peshawar, KPK, 25000, Pakistan
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