Stay sutures
Stay sutures (pronunciation: /steɪ ˈsuːtʃərz/) are a type of suture used in surgery to temporarily hold an incision or wound open during a surgical procedure.
Etymology
The term "stay" in stay sutures is derived from the Old English 'stæg', meaning 'a support', and the Latin 'sutura', meaning 'seam'.
Usage
Stay sutures are typically used in procedures where the surgeon needs to maintain exposure of the surgical site. They are often used in abdominal surgery, thoracic surgery, and cardiac surgery. Stay sutures can also be used to prevent tension on the primary suture line, reducing the risk of dehiscence and wound infection.
Types
There are several types of stay sutures, including:
- Retraction sutures: These are used to hold tissue or organs out of the way during surgery.
- Traction sutures: These are used to pull a structure, such as a nerve or blood vessel, away from the surgical field.
- Anchor sutures: These are used to secure an object, such as a drain or tube, in place.
Related Terms
- Suture
- Incision
- Abdominal surgery
- Thoracic surgery
- Cardiac surgery
- Dehiscence
- Wound infection
- Retraction sutures
- Traction sutures
- Anchor sutures
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stay sutures
- Wikipedia's article - Stay sutures
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