VSR-0158
QUESTION
Vertical mattress sutures are superior to horizontal mattress sutures in terms of?
OPTIONS
(A) Better capacity to withstand tension
(B) Less interference in the blood supply to wound margins
(C) Less time consuming
(D) Both (A) and (B) are correct
ANSWER
(D) Both (A) and (B) are correct
EXPLANATION
Vertical mattress sutures provide strong edge support across a wound while avoiding the continuous constriction of marginal blood supply associated with poorly placed horizontal mattress sutures. Both tension resistance and relatively better perfusion are the intended advantages; they are not necessarily quicker to place.
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