Large open wounds that are characterized by tissue loss and repaired by formation of granulation tissue in the floor of the wound is characteristic of______________?
Correct answer: C. Secondary healing
- A. Cicatrisation
- B. Primary healing
- C. Secondary healing
- D. RegenerationConsult Injury Lawyers
Explanation
Large wounds with tissue loss cannot have their edges directly approximated, so they heal by secondary intention with abundant granulation tissue, contraction, and scarring. Primary healing occurs in clean, closely apposed wounds.
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