A surgical wound is any incision that did not heal within 7-10 days after surgery. Surgical incisions are closed with sutures, staples, tissue glue, or a combination of these methods. After surgery the incision is typically covered with a dressing to protect it from infection and promote healing. If the incision opens after surgery, it is called a dehisced wound.
Symptoms of Surgical Wounds
Surgical wounds are monitored closely for infection. Signs of infection in your surgical wound may include:
Redness around the wound
Skin around the wound is hot to touch
Increased pain in the area
Drainage that is cloudy, discolored, or foul-smelling
Swelling
Fever
Surgical Wounds Risk Factors:
Risk factors for developing an infected surgical wound may include:
Poorly maintained wound dressings
Wounds located near areas of contamination (near the mouth or groin)
Wounds contaminated by debris or foreign objects
Weak immune system
Excess weight
History of smoking
Diabetes
Types of Surgical Wounds Treatment
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
Treatment Type 1
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), also referred to as wound vac, is a treatment method used to assist in healing chronic wounds, diabetic ulcers, venous ulcers, pressure ulcers, at-risk surgical wounds, and certain burns. Wound therapy can speed up the healing process so you can get back to enjoying your life.
Specialty Dressings and Wound Care Supplies
Treatment Type 2
When caring for wounds, you'll often need specific dressings to aid in the healing process. Wound dressing manufacturers offer a wide variety of specialty dressings, collagens, silvers, alginates, and even basics such as gauze, tape, and bandages.
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