A Comparison of Tissue Handling Forces Between a Novel Suturing Device for Standardised Abdominal Wall Closure and Manual Needle-Driver Suturing

The study revealed that SutureTOOL required less forceps pressure and exerted either less or comparable traction force to perform needle pull-throughs, compared to traditional methods. We conclude that this innovative suturing technology did not increase the forces measured in the model. However, the impact on abdominal wall related complications requires further study.