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Adjustable horizontal mattress suture: Step 7 (large photo)

Once the wound edges are apposed, further suture tightening is not needed. Leave the suture in place for seven to 10 days to allow wound healing maturity to occur. <Step 6 | Video 1>Step by Step Article

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Adjustable horizontal mattress suture: Step 7 (large photo)

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