Rapidly Absorbable Versus Non-absorbable Sutures for Mohs Surgery Repair on the Face: a Randomized Controlled Split-scar Study

Rapidly Absorbable Versus Non-absorbable Sutures for Mohs Surgery Repair on the Face: a Randomized Controlled Split-scar Study (RAVNAS)

This study aims to compare scar outcomes between rapidly absorbable and non-absorbable sutures (stitches) for the closure of wounds after skin cancer removal on the face.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Mohs surgical wound on the face
• Wound greater than or equal to 4 cm in length
• Subject is willing and capable of cooperating to the extent and degree required by the protocol and will be able to come for follow-up assessments
• Subject has read and signed Subject Information and Informed Consent Form

Exclusion Criteria:

• Surgical wound less than 4 cm in length
• Surgical site outside of face
• Subject to be be treated with radiation therapy after surgery
• Subject is not willing or able to attend for follow-up assessments