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ManualsBrandsCovidien / Cardinal Health ManualsMedical Supplies & EquipmentMonosof Nonabsorbable Sutures, Size 6-0

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Step 2.

Form the First Suture Loop

The first loop is formed by the tip of the

left index finger that passes its suture end

over the other suture end held by the right

hand. As the tip of the left index finger

passes its suture end over the suture end

held by the right hand, the left thumb

passes under (arrow) the suture end held

by the right hand.

Step 3.

Pass Thumb

Up Through

the Suture

Loop

The tip of the left

thumb advances up

through the suture

loop, replacing the

tip of the left index

finger.

Step 4.

Pass Free

Suture End

Over the

Suture Loop

The free suture end,

held by the right hand,

is passed over (arrow)

the suture loop.

VIII. two-hand tie techniques — square knot (1=1)

formation of the first throw