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  • Title: A comparison of a disposable skin stapler and nylon sutures for wound closure.
    Author: Meiring L, Cilliers K, Barry R, Nel CJ.
    Journal: S Afr Med J; 1982 Sep 04; 62(11):371-2. PubMed ID: 7112304.
    Abstract:
    A disposable skin stapler (Proximate; Ethicon) was compared with conventional nylon sutures in respect of time taken for wound closure, cosmetic result and ease of application and removal. It was found that a time saving of 80% is possible with the stapling device, and that the cosmetic result with staples is as good as if not better than that with nylon sutures. A certain amount of experience and practice facilitates the use of the stapler.
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