56 devices · GMDN 33519
Suture retention devices are small, skin-surface attachments that help secure stitches by spreading tension across a wider area. Clinically, they reduce the risk of sutures cutting through skin, improving wound stability and healing while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissue.
These devices are generally single-use and come in forms like retention bridges, surgical buttons, or suture bolsters. They’re typically classified as medical devices and may require regulatory approval depending on the jurisdiction, though specifics vary by product design and intended use.
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