A beveled, conventional cutting edge surgical needle: a new innovation in wound closure.
A new beveled, conventional cutting edge needle has been developed with superior performance characteristics over those of other conventional cutting edge needles. It is composed of a unique stainless steel, ASTM 45500, that has been heat-treated after the curving process to enhance its resistance to bending. The angle of presentation of its cutting edges has been decreased to enhance needle sharpness. On the basis of the results of experimental and clinical investigations, this new needle is recommended for closure of lacerations.
Kaulbach
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Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville 22908.
Towler
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McClelland
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Povinelli
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Becker
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Cantrell
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Edlich
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D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D009339:Needles / Q000592:standards*; D013525:Surgical Instruments / Q000592:standards*; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000601:surgery