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Brief Title: Different Sutures in Hand Surgery
Official Title: A Randomized Controlled Trial: Nylon Versus Chromic Sutures in Hand Surgery
Study ID: NCT03407820
Brief Summary: This study aims to assess the relationship between overall satisfaction with treatment in a group of randomized patients undergoing elective hand surgery using either absorbable (4-0 Chromic) or non-absorbable (5-0 Nylon) sutures. The investigators will also assess factors associated with wound concerns, pain intensity, magnitude of limitations, and physical function within one month of surgery.
Detailed Description:
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Eligible Ages: ADULT, OLDER_ADULT
Sex: ALL
Healthy Volunteers: Yes
Austin Regional Clinic, Austin, Texas, United States
HTB Musculoskeletal Institute, Austin, Texas, United States
Orthopedic Specialists of Austin, Austin, Texas, United States
Name: David Ring, MD PhD
Affiliation: University of Texas at Austin
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR