This document discusses various suture patterns used in wound closure. There are two main types of suture patterns: interrupted patterns, where each stitch has its own knot, and running (continuous) patterns, where there is only a beginning and ending knot. Interrupted patterns provide more precise tissue apposition but are less efficient to place, while continuous patterns are more efficient but have a risk of catastrophic failure. Some common interrupted patterns discussed are simple interrupted, vertical mattress, and horizontal mattress. Common continuous patterns include simple continuous, continuous lock, and Lembert stitches. The document provides details on the characteristics and uses of each type of suture pattern.