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Are steristrips a good substitute for stitches?
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Sometimes.: Steristrips can be beneficial for minor lacerations, when scarring might be an issue with sutures and with pre-tibial lacerations.
Answered 2/1/2013
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Depends: On something's, like how deep of a wound you are talking about. If there is depth to the wound, steri strips are not as effective.
Answered 5/7/2013
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