Novel Suturing Technique for Fascia Closure after Laparotomy: Spider Suture to Increase the Tearing Force of the Fascia

Journal Title: International Journal of Surgery and Research (IJSR) - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 4

Abstract

Purpose: The objective of this study was to demonstrate a new suturing technique in reference to fascia closure after laparotomy in an experimental setup to increase the tearing force of the fascia. Methods: Two ordinary DIN A4 papers, which represents the fascia were sutured at the edges in a length of approx. 5 cm with the known continuous technique in the abdominal surgery and with the new technique, we called it: Spider suture. A bucket arranged on the interconnection was filled with sand until the sutures teared. Measuring the final weight of the bucket allowed comparing the carrying capacities of the paper of the two techniques. Results: A significant (Fisher’s test, p=0.017) increase of mean carrying capacity from 1776.5g (classic continuous suture) to 5101.75g (basic Spider suture) was found. The carrying capacity of the paper was increased to 287% compared to the classic continuous suture. Conclusion: Spider suture could be an effective improvement in closure of the abdominal wall in abdominal surgery to minimize the risk of developing of incisional hernia. This method allows the surgeon to perform an abdominal closure adapted to the quality of patient’s fascia. Further clinical studies will show the effectiveness of this method.

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Resit Demir

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  • EP ID EP533203
  • DOI 10.19070/2379-156X-1800023
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Resit Demir (2018). Novel Suturing Technique for Fascia Closure after Laparotomy: Spider Suture to Increase the Tearing Force of the Fascia. International Journal of Surgery and Research (IJSR), 5(4), 107-110. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-533203