Choice of Suture Pattern for Linea Alba Closure

Abstract

Clinical bottom lineIncidence of complications using either a simple continuous or a simple interrupted suture pattern in the linea alba is low if appropriate suture material is chosen and appropriate surgical technique is used. More, well-planned studies with higher power are required before an evidence-based recommendation for one pattern over the other can be made.

Keywords

• dog
• dogs
• canine
• canines
• bitch
• linea alba
• midline
• coeliotomy
• celiotomy
• laparotomy
• suture
• pattern