‌Absorbable sutures, also known as dissolvable stitches, are sutures that can naturally dissolve and be absorbed by the body as a wound heals. Not all wounds are sealed with absorbable sutures.

A recent review published in the Journal of Bioresources and Bioproducts examines the state of cellulose-based sutures, focusing on materials, fabrication methods, and application performance. The ...

Tested on rats, the stitches proved effective in treating wounds and could offer a cost-effective alternative to traditional sutures. Study: A bioabsorbable ...

Injuries to the meniscus are among the most common knee injuries and they are the most common reason for surgery performed by orthopedic surgeons. The meniscus has well-established biomechanical ...

Metopic craniosynostosis is a rare condition in infants in which a certain part of the skull fuses earlier than it typically would. The condition can range from mild to severe and cause long-term ...