suture removal kit, suture removal by nurse) and indirect (travel, parking, and lost work time to come in for suture removal), were estimated at $37 per site (excluding the cost of gel foam and ...

These sutures dissolve in the body over time, eliminating the need for removal. Common types include polyglycolic acid (PGA), polylactic acid (PLA), and catgut sutures. They are widely used in ...