Absorbable versus non-absorbable sutures for skin closure after carpal tunnel decompression surgery

Background: Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common problem and surgical decompression of the carpal tunnel is the most effective treatment. After surgical decompression, the palmar skin may be closed using either absorbable or non-absorbable sutures. To date, there is conflicting evidence regarding the...

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Main Authors: Wade, RG, Wormald, JCR, Figus, A
Format: Journal article
Published: Wiley 2018