What's Included
Sterile instrument set with needle holder, tissue forceps, scissors
Sterile surgical suture thread with an attached curved needle
Lidocaine / Lignocaine 2% injection vial for local numbing block
Sterile disposable syringe (Available in 2ml, 5ml, 10ml variants)
Sterile medical hypodermic injection needle (Various Gauges)
Pre-packaged surgical sterile gloves (sizes 6.5/7.0/7.5)
Sterile multi-use post-procedure localized wound protection pack
Puncture-proof biohazard plastic container for safe needle disposal
Medical grade professional alcohol rub (70%+ Ethanol/Isopropyl)
Non-sterile latex or nitrile medical examination gloves
Yellow designated medical infectious waste disposal plastic bag
Minor Suturing
Professional suturing for minor wounds in the comfort of your home.
A valid prescription from a registered doctor is required before availing this service.
Overview
Our skilled wound care nurses provide professional suturing services at your home for appropriate minor wounds and lacerations. With sterile technique, proper wound assessment, and careful closure, we help wounds heal optimally while avoiding emergency room visits for suitable cases.
Minor suturing is a specialized medical procedure that involves closing appropriate wounds with stitches to promote optimal healing, minimize scarring, and reduce infection risk. At Care At Door, our trained wound care nurses bring professional suturing expertise directly to your home, providing the
Who Should Book This
- Individuals with clean minor lacerations on appropriate body areas
- Families seeking convenient wound closure for suitable minor injuries
- People wishing to avoid emergency room visits for qualifying wounds
- Parents of children with appropriate minor cuts requiring closure
- Adults with superficial lacerations sustained in clean circumstances
- Individuals with limited access to immediate emergency care for minor wounds
- People preferring home-based medical care when appropriate and safe
Who Should Avoid
- Patients with deep wounds involving tendons, nerves, or major vessels
- Individuals with heavily contaminated or dirty wounds
- Patients with animal bites or human bites requiring specialized care
- Individuals with facial wounds requiring cosmetic precision
- Patients with puncture wounds or irregular wound edges
- Individuals with wounds showing signs of infection
- Patients with significant tissue loss or inability to approximate wound edges
- Individuals with wounds occurring many hours prior without proper initial care
- Patients with bleeding disorders or taking anticoagulants
- Individuals with conditions severely affecting wound healing
- Patients with wounds in sensitive or complicated anatomical locations
Precautions & Preparation
- Contact us as soon as possible after the injury occurs for best outcomes
- Apply clean pressure to control bleeding before the nurse arrives
- Cover the wound with a clean cloth or sterile gauze if available
- Avoid eating or drinking if the wound may require emergency care instead
- Inform the nurse about how the injury occurred and when it happened
- Mention all medications especially blood thinners or aspirin
- Provide information about tetanus immunization status
- Mention any allergies to local anesthetics, antibiotics, or adhesive materials
- Keep the area as clean as possible before professional assessment
- Do not apply ointments, creams, or home remedies to the wound
- Be prepared for possible referral to emergency care if the wound is not suitable for home closure
- Follow all wound care instructions provided after suturing
- Keep the sutured area clean and dry as instructed
- Watch for signs of infection and report immediately
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