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edges of sutured wounds, even when trivial, interrupts the 

 construction of the first delicate fibers which must cross over 

 from one edge to the other to lay the foundation for a sub- 



Fig. 65 — Bayer's Method of Suture and Protection with Quilled Sutures. 



stantial union. Hence the immobilization of the very edges 

 of the wound is of capital importance in every case, and al- 

 though it can not always be accomplished perfectly, much 

 can be done in this direction by resorting to ingenious expedi- 



Fig. 66 — Method of Holding Edge of Wound as Suture is Inserted. 



ents to suit the circumstances presented in each case. 

 Amongst there are: — (i) Tying the patient so as to prevent 

 decumbency. (2) The use of slings. (3) Immobilizing 



