Comparison of Traditional Superficial Cutaneous Sutures Versus Steri-Strip Coaptive Film in Layered Dermatologic Closures

Comparison of Traditional Superficial Cutaneous Sutures Versus Steri-Strip Coaptive Film in Layered Dermatologic Closures on the Back - a Prospective, Randomized, Split-scar Study

The purpose of this study is to compare the cosmetic outcome between buried intradermal and superficial cutaneous suture closures versus buried intradermal sutureand superficial Steri-Strip closures in the bilayered repair of dermatologic wounds on the back following elliptical excision of benign or malignant lesions

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 years or greater in age
• Simple excision of benign or malignant lesion on the back
• Final scar length of at least 3cm

Exclusion Criteria:

• Known history of keloid formation or hypertrophic scars
• Known adhesive allergy
• Pregnancy or active breast feeding