Suture tensor.
The suture tensor is a simple stainless steel device that pulls the ends of a running subcuticular suture in opposite directions, maintaining the desired closure. The benefits of the use of this device may include minimization of train-track and excisional scarification (via the enhanced maintenance of "tenting"), time savings, and flexibility and durability for the sporting or physically active patient.
Dermatologic Surgery Division, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.
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D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D003880:Dermatology / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation*