Suture Removal

Question 1

What procedure should be followed prior to the removal of sutures?

Answer 1

Check tissue
Count sutures in place
Compare to number placed sutures recorded on chart

Question 2

About how many days after the surgery should sutures be removed?

Answer 2

5-7 days

Question 3

What is the best way to remove a suture?

Answer 3

Cleanse area with warm water 
Check tissue 
Grasp suture by knot 
Cut suture close to tissue 
Gently pull the suture from the site