<prompt> In cleft lip operation all the stitches are removed on2nd day4th day7th day10th day  <response>: Guidelines for removal of suture by Area Body regions Removal days Body regions Removal in days Eyelid 3-4 Chest, abdomen 8-10 Eyebrow 3-5 Ear 10-14 Nose 3-5 Back 12 - 14 Lip 3-4 Extremities 12-14 Faceother 3-4 Hand 10-14 Scalp 6-8 Foot, Sole 12-14 Ref: Sabiston 18th edition Pgno : 2134 