Abstract
After having finished suturing, and while the needle is still mounted on the needle holder (Fig. 1), use your forceps and just rotate the needle so that the needle's axis is in line with the axis of the needle holder (Fig. 2). The needle's sharp tip is now locked (Fig. 3). The risk of a stick injury to yourself or to your assistants is minimised. If the needle is placed on a sterile table with its sharp end down there is a risk for penetrating the sterile dressing. This technical tip reduces such a risk as well. It may also contribute to reducing the risk of postoperative infection.
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