[pct-l] stitches

[Amanda L Silvestri]

I did a search on the WEB for suture needles and was able to make a purchase through a veterinary supply site.  I would hope to never need to use this but it weighs nothing and I feel better having it just in case.  I am not real comfortable with superglue as it is not designed for wound repair and is not sterile.  Flushing with water and applying pressure are standard approaches and hopefully would be enough, along with a bandage and some antiseptic gel.  But who knows?  I saw a guy miss a leap across a stream two years ago and his knee was a mess after it hit the rocks.  Things can happen.  My philosophy?  Be prepared, but watch your step.
 
Shepherd