Experimental suture studies in strabismus surgery

Abstract

From our experimental studies it appears Dexon satisfies more of the criteria for an ideal suture for strabismus surgery than plain catgut for the following reasons. Its handling, tying, and knot-holding (if tighthened firmly) qualities are excellent. Tissue reaction is minimal. It seems to be non-antigenic. Of paramount importance. Dexon's tensile strength is high initially and it retains its strength through the critical period of muscle-scleral wound healing, then dissolves in a rapid uniform manner.

Effect of Saline Conditions on the Tensile Strength of Ophthalmic Sutures

“…[1][2][3] Studies of ophthalmic sutures focused on surgical outcomes of surgical techniques and suture slippage, 4 wound strength, [5][6][7] and suture handling and absorption qualities. 8,9 These studies were not able to control for the numerous potential contributing factors. A systematic study of the relative contributions of the numerous factors would greatly aid the clinician to optimize the final surgical outcomes.…”

Effect of Saline Conditions on the Tensile Strength of Ophthalmic Sutures

“…[1][2][3] Studies of ophthalmic sutures focused on surgical outcomes of surgical techniques and suture slippage, 4 wound strength, [5][6][7] and suture handling and absorption qualities. 8,9 These studies were not able to control for the numerous potential contributing factors. A systematic study of the relative contributions of the numerous factors would greatly aid the clinician to optimize the final surgical outcomes.…”

Effect of Saline Conditions on the Tensile Strength of Ophthalmic Sutures

“…[1][2][3] Studies of ophthalmic sutures focused on surgical outcomes of surgical techniques and suture slippage, 4 wound strength, [5][6][7] and suture handling and absorption qualities. 8,9 These studies were not able to control for the numerous potential contributing factors. A systematic study of the relative contributions of the numerous factors would greatly aid the clinician to optimize the final surgical outcomes.…”

Effect of Saline Conditions on the Tensile Strength of Ophthalmic Sutures

“…[1][2][3] Studies of ophthalmic sutures focused on surgical outcomes of surgical techniques and suture slippage, 4 wound strength, [5][6][7] and suture handling and absorption qualities. 8,9 These studies were not able to control for the numerous potential contributing factors. A systematic study of the relative contributions of the numerous factors would greatly aid the clinician to optimize the final surgical outcomes.…”