Use of Absorbable Cutaneous Sutures Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

The use of absorbable epicuticular sutures is highlighted as a measure to decrease the number patient visits, eliminating risk additional exposures for patients and medical staff during COVID-19 pandemic. We present case where was preferred over non-absorbable sutures. Studies have shown no significant difference in cosmetic outcomes between non-absorbing suture suture. Many express anxiety thought removal, often ask if will “dissolve on their own” surgery. Use top one way surgeons can help allay this fear, studies similar satisfaction Additional stress may be prominent current Dermatologic should strongly consider cutaneous pandemic, likely improves safety, satisfaction.