Wound closure strip

Wound closure strips may be used instead of sutures (stitches) in some injuries, because they lessen scarring and are easier to care for.

Wound closure strips are often referred to using the genericized trademark Steri-Strips, the brand name used by 3M's Nexcare.

[citation needed] Additionally, they provide wound support following early suture or staple removal.

[2] The porous fabric of Steri-Strips allows more fresh air to the wound and prevent skin maceration.

Plastic or other non-porous bandages often prevent perspiration and other bodily fluids from drying and are more likely to cause the wound to be macerated, which increases risk of bacterial or fungal infection.