Suturing training on this module can be divided into three parts:
1) Suturing Introduction
- twine/thread manipulation – preparation for suturing
- instrument manipulation
- needle positioning
- learning to grasp the needle and rotate it through the holes – learning the proper movement of the wrist
- learning how to tie a knot – step by step correct tying the knot used during different procedures
2) Basic suturing
- learning different types of knots and seams
- continuous suturing
3) Advanced suturing
- drain – various types of anastomosis (end-to-end, side-to-side, end-to-side)
- suturing in a limited field of vision
- suturing tissues under tension
Recommended instruments:
- dissector
- needle holder
