Because we are aware of the importance of a correct knotting technique as a final stage of a successful surgery, we would like to invite you to join the first Knotting Expert Club, specially created for those who believe that a good recovery starts with a "strong and well tied up knot".
Medical Professional
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Discover how to improve your knotting and suturing skills by using our self-learning knotting training book, video tutorials, glossary and e-book.
Basic knotting training
Selecting the knot to be used is not an easy choice and has to be decided according to a series of factors of which the most important are:
The tissue or organ to be sutured.
The depth of the wound: When the wound is located in a place of limited access, we might need a knotting technique that requires a finger or an instrument.
The amount of tension that the wound will eceive postoperatively.
The sutures's material and structure. – This is an important issue, as it will determine the number of throws needed to hold the knot.
