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J Hand Microsurg 2014; 06(02): 100-101
DOI: 10.1007/s12593-013-0113-3
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Thieme Medical and Scientific Publishers Private Ltd.

Staples for Intra-Operative Skin Retraction in Hand Surgery

J.K. O’Neill
,
P. Robinson
,
G.E.B. Giddins
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12. November 2013

04. Dezember 2013

Publikationsdatum:
13. September 2016 (online)

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Abstract

In certain situations staples are a quick and effective method of retracting the skin to give access to the operative site. Staples, once placed, are more reliable and predictable than an assistant with a skin hook. Furthermore, their use frees up the assistant to perform other tasks including further deeper tissue retraction. Staples pinch the skin rather than piercing it and this is especially of value in patients on steroid treatment or with thin skin that may bruise easily. They leave no discernible marks on removal.

Keywords

Hand - Retraction - Staples - Skin hook
 

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