Question

Sutures placed in a wound to prevent wound evisceration are called

A. stent
B. fixation
C. retention
D. traction

Answer 1

Sutures placed in a wound to prevent wound evisceration are called retention.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is C. retention.

Sutures are thread-like materials used to close wounds. When sutures are placed in a wound to prevent wound evisceration, they are referred to as retention sutures.

Retention sutures are commonly used in abdominal surgeries to further support the wound and prevent complications such as wound dehiscence or evisceration, where the wound opens up and the contents of the abdomen protrude through the incision.