Instrument Tie and Square Knot
We'd recommend that you start here! Learn how to do a basic instrument tie so that you can progress to more complex suture techniques.
Simple Interrupted Suture
A simple and versatile suture that is easy to learn! A basic suture most appropriate for wounds with well-approximated skin edges under no tension.
Simple Running Suture
The Simple Running Suture is useful for straight incisions with minimal tension. It is fast and simple to learn!
Vertical Mattress Suture
A slightly more advanced Suture using the Far-Far-Near-Near system. A Suture which reduces tension and provides significant closure support with eversion of the wound edges.
Special Thanks to Dr Zenn
Dr Zenn graciously let us use his learning resources on our website to help enrich South African medical students and Doctors! Dr Zenn is a world renowned Plastic Surgeon with more than 30 years experience. To learn more about Dr Zenn click here