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  Hand sanitizers have gained a lot of popularity and prominence, especially after the pandemic which has made everyone realize the importance of hygiene. So much so that you can’t enter a hospital, store, mall, or just any place without getting your hands sanitized at the entrance. However, the real question is if hand sanitizers are really effective. Hand soaps and hand sanitizers are two terms, often used interchangeably. However, they are meant for different purposes and circumstances. While hand sanitizers are great to have on hand when on the go, healthcare professionals are of the opinion that nothing can beat a thorough hand wash with regular soap and water.   The effectiveness of hand sanitizer   Isopropanol (rubbing alcohol) or ethanol (the principal ingredient in alcoholic drinks) is the key ingredient in most hand sanitizers. Having a long history of being effective against some bacteria and viruses, alcohol in the right quantities can help with disinf...

  To begin with, suture material is graded according to the diameter of the suture strand. The letterI ‘O’ is used by the grading system, which is preceded by a number to indicate the diameter of the material. The diameter of the suture strand depends upon this specific number, which means, the higher the number, the smaller the diameter of the suture strand. To add to it, the suture material is also attached to a needle which can have several different features. It can not only be of various sizes, but can also have a cutting or non-cutting edge. Larger needles can actually close more tissue with each stitch while smaller needles are more likely to reduce scarring. However, just like there are many different types of sutures, there are several types of suture techniques as well. Based on the specific type of technique you are to perform, you can go ahead and choose the right surgical suture for yourself. Continuous sutures Continuous sutures is one technique that involves a...