
Nice threads: a guide to suture choice in the ED - CanadiEM
2015年2月5日 · Bottom line: When sutures are indicated in a deep laceration, the judicious use of interrupted, absorbable sutures (e.g., Vicryl) can relieve skin tension, ease closure and …
CanadiEM Frontline Primer – Suturing and Wound Closure
2020年4月26日 · Non-absorbable: E.g Nylon (Ethilon), silk, prolene. Can be used to provide longer term tissue approximation and repair most superficial lacerations in the Emergency …
i. Approximate with 4-0 chromic gut or vicryl absorbable suture d. Degloving injury i. Anything with skin loss should be treated by a urologist / plastic surgeon ii. May need skin grafting or flaps e. …
Sirens to Scrubs: Do you think I need stitches? - CanadiEM
2019年12月10日 · 5 Absorbable sutures are often used more in children, whereas nonabsorbable sutures may be used more for laceration in areas under greater tension (for example along a …
Virtual Retreat 2020: The Future of CanadiEM
2020年10月22日 · On August 24, 2020 CanadiEM held its first ever virtual retreat. The goal was to conduct a formal needs assessment. In doing so, we can think about the direction of the …
CRACKCast E050 – Orthopedics – Hand Injuries - CanadiEM
2016年11月21日 · This episode of CRACKCast covers Rosen’s Chapter 50, Hand Injuries. Hand injuries constitute 5-10 percent of all emergency room visits, and this high yield chapter will …
are approximated with 4-0 absorbable sutures. Circumcision should be performed at a later date. Follow up - with urology if child is able to urinate. If there are any signs of …