Comparison of Staples Versus Subcuticular Suture in Class III Obese Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery
Comparison of Staples Versus Subcuticular Suture in Class III Obese Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery
The purpose of this study is to determine the optimal skin closure technique (staples versus
 subcuticular suture) at the time of cesarean delivery in Class III obese women with body mass
 index (BMI) of >/= 40kg/m2.
Inclusion Criteria:

 1. Women > 18 years old undergoing cesarean delivery

 2. BMI of >/= 40 kg/m2 as determined by height and weight reported during their admission

 3. Live gestation 23 weeks or greater

 4. Women who are able to follow-up 7-14 days after hospital discharge for a visual wound
 check..

 Exclusion Criteria:

 1. Active lupus flare

 2. HIV/AIDS

 3. Current treatment for cancer or h/o radiation to the abdomen/pelvis

 4. Hypersensitivity to steri-strips