title: Running vertical mattress suture.
abstract: Various types of running sutures have been described for use in dermatologic surgery. The running vertical mattress suture is a time-saving technique that can be used alone or in combination with any running-suture technique. It is useful for wound eversion, providing hemostasis, and closing wounds under mild tension.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60612-3864.
authors.forename: R V
authors.initials: RV
authors.lastname: Kolbusz
authors.forename: K B
authors.initials: KB
authors.lastname: Bielinski
mesh_terms: D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques