Staples lead to higher risk of infection after joint surgery than traditional stitches

Using metal staples to close wounds after orthopaedic (joint) surgery can lead to a greater risk of infection than using traditional nylon sutures, concludes a study published in the British ...

Wed 17 Mar 10 from PhysOrg

Staples lead to higher risk of infection after joint surgery than traditional stitches, Thu 18 Mar 10 from ScienceDaily

Staples lead to higher risk of infection after joint surgery than traditional stitches, Wed 17 Mar 10 from e! Science News