Close
Formal Definition
To suture or staple the surgical incision at the end of a procedure.
How It's Used on the Ward
"Do you want to close?" - the attending asking if you want to do the suturing. Say yes.
Example
"Attending: "Nice work retracting. You want to close?" You: "Absolutely." This is your chance to practice suturing on a real patient."
Clinical Context
Being offered the close is a reward for good performance during the case. Always accept. Practice your knots beforehand.
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