Comparison of buried continuous intradermal and simple interrupted suture patterns for skin closure in feline ovariohysterectomy
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Ovariohysterectomy is widely performed in small animals and is often complicated by wound dehiscence. This study evaluated two suture techniques, buried continuous intradermal (BCID) and simple interrupted (SI), in 42 female cats using nonabsorbable nylon sutures. Weight, incision length, suture length, and closure time were also analysed. Postoperative assessments at 18-24 h and 5-7 d included monitoring for swelling, erythema, exudate, and dehiscence. The results indicated a significantly higher incidence of complications, notably dehiscence, in the SI group. Consequently, BCID is recommended because of its lower complication rate and reduced risk of infection from self-trauma
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