Luggage tag tie technique for delayed primary closure of fasciotomy wounds

摘要

Split skin graft for managing fasciotomy wound is one of the commonest routine operating room procedures. However, it requires multiple surgical interventions ensuing into undesirable scaring both at donor and fasciotmy sites. Amongst the various delayed primary closures, we key out a controlled and segmental dermatotraction technique with easily available materials which reduces the cost of treatment, hospital stay and the surgical intervention as well. Our dynamic wound closure method facilitates resolution of edema, provides controlled traction at each point, takes care of tissue and prevents re-compartment syndrome. A simple modification, respecting the biochemical and physiological properties of skin, yields good results with luggage tag tie technique of delayed primary closure of fasciotomy wound.