Hair Apposition Technique (HAT) for Scalp Lacerations
Look how well the hair tie brings together these wound edges! Follow with a dermabond on the tie.
My tips for success:
1. Prep parents for possible staples in case HAT doesn't work & bring them with you
2. Hair must be at least 2 inches long
3. Clean surrounding hair during wound irrigation and thoroughly dry with a towel (dermabond doesn't adhere to wet hair)
ALIEM has a great article with more details: https://www.aliem.com/trick-of-trad

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Dr. Ann Young @AnnYoungMD · 4 years ago
https://twitter.com/AnnYoungMD Pediatrician and MedEd and communication enthusiast
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