Utilizing Internal Hemostatic Nets for Rhytidectomy in Fitzpatrick Skin Types III to V

Abstract

Introduction Hematoma is a common and concerning complication following facelift surgery. To mitigate this risk, hemostatic nets can be applied either externally or internally. In patients with Fitzpatrick skin type of or greater than III, chances of dyspigmentation after external sutures are high for which internal quilting sutures (IQS) have emerged as a promising tool. There is lack of evidence on the use of IQS in darker skin types. Here, we aim to demonstrate its technique and efficacy.

Keywords

• quilting sutures
• platysma
• SMAS
• Indian skin
• facelift
• hyperpigmentation