Closing an Abdomen – Step 04

Skin Closure
Skin Closure

a. Procedure by Surgeon

Skin edges are approximated (brought together) with Adson forceps and interrupted fine silk sutures on a cutting needle are used for skin closure.

b. Items Supplied by Scrub

  • Suture (per surgeon’s preference)
  • Needle holder (if curved needle is used)
  • Adson forceps
  • Straight Mayo scissors
  • Abdominal dressing
Adson tissue forceps
Adson tissue forceps
Straight Mayo scissors
Straight Mayo scissors

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