title: A new, fast surgical knot for skin closures.
abstract: A modified surgeon's knot is proposed. Tying is based on twisting the throws instead of laying them down flat. The second (granny) throw is snugged against the first in a locking manner. The knot is tied rapidly by needleholder and is particularly useful for skin sutures with monofilament thread.
mesh_terms: D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013537:Sutures; D013718:Tensile Strength