Advances in closure technology and technique for total joint arthroplasty: Stitches in time |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Adult Reconstruction, North Shore University Health System, Lincolnshire, IL, USA;2. Anderson Orthopaedic Research Institute (AORI), Alexandria, VA, USA;1. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, United States;2. Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, United States;1. Akademikliniken,Storängsvägen 10, 11452 Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden;2. Group for Academic Plastic Surgery, The Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK |
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| Abstract: | Wound closure is an important, often under emphasized, step in total joint arthroplasty. Meticulous, evidence based, surgical technique is critical for optimizing postoperative function and preventing wound complications. Robust, anatomic closure of the joint capsule in total hip arthroplasty via the posterior approach is essential. Closure of the arthrotomy in total knee arthroplasty in flexion may improve postoperative range of motion, and the use of barbed suture improves efficiency and may lead to cost savings. Skin closure with running subcuticular monofilament suture with topical skin adhesives improves peri-incisional blood flow and decreases postoperative wound drainage. |
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| Keywords: | Total joint arthroplasty Wound complications Anatomic closure |
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