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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Wound
			\| image = [[File:Bicycle_injury_-_Hand_Abrasion,_Day_1.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = A [[hand]] abrasion from a [[bicycle]] injury
			\| field = [[Emergency medicine]], [[Traumatology]]
			\| synonyms = [[Laceration]], [[cut]], [[abrasion]], [[contusion]]
			\| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[bleeding]], [[swelling]], [[redness]]
			\| complications = [[Infection]], [[scarring]], [[tetanus]], [[gangrene]]
			\| onset = [[Acute]]
			\| duration = Varies depending on severity and treatment
			\| types = [[Open wound]], [[closed wound]]
			\| causes = [[Trauma]], [[surgery]], [[burns]], [[animal bites]]
			\| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[immunosuppression]], [[poor circulation]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging]]
			\| prevention = [[Protective equipment]], [[hygiene]], [[vaccination]]
			\| treatment = [[Cleaning]], [[stitches]], [[bandaging]], [[antibiotics]]
			\| prognosis = Generally good with proper care
			\| frequency = Very common
			}}
	{{Short description\|An article about wounds, their types, and treatment}}		{{Short description\|An article about wounds, their types, and treatment}}

	==Wound==		==Wound==
	A '''wound''' is a type of injury which happens relatively quickly in which skin is torn, cut, or punctured (an open wound), or where blunt force trauma causes a contusion (a closed wound). In pathology, it specifically refers to a sharp injury which damages the dermis of the skin.		A '''wound''' is a type of injury which happens relatively quickly in which skin is torn, cut, or punctured (an open wound), or where blunt force trauma causes a contusion (a closed wound). In pathology, it specifically refers to a sharp injury which damages the dermis of the skin.

	==Types of Wounds==		==Types of Wounds==
	Wounds can be classified into several types based on their cause and characteristics. The main types include:		Wounds can be classified into several types based on their cause and characteristics. The main types include:

	===Abrasion===		===Abrasion===
	An [[abrasion]] is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, no deeper than the epidermis. It is less severe than a laceration, and bleeding, if present, is minimal. Abrasions are often caused by a sliding fall onto a rough surface.		An [[abrasion]] is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, no deeper than the epidermis. It is less severe than a laceration, and bleeding, if present, is minimal. Abrasions are often caused by a sliding fall onto a rough surface.

	~~[[File:Bicycle_injury_-_Hand_Abrasion,_Day_1.jpg\|Bicycle injury - Hand Abrasion, Day 1\|thumb\|right]]~~

	===Laceration===		===Laceration===
	A [[laceration]] is a deep cut or tearing of the skin. Unlike an abrasion, there is usually significant bleeding. Lacerations can be caused by sharp objects such as knives or broken glass.		A [[laceration]] is a deep cut or tearing of the skin. Unlike an abrasion, there is usually significant bleeding. Lacerations can be caused by sharp objects such as knives or broken glass.

	===Puncture===		===Puncture===
	A [[puncture wound]] is a deep wound caused by a sharp, pointed object such as a nail or needle. Puncture wounds can be dangerous because they may introduce bacteria deep into the body.		A [[puncture wound]] is a deep wound caused by a sharp, pointed object such as a nail or needle. Puncture wounds can be dangerous because they may introduce bacteria deep into the body.
			[[File:Footpuncture.JPG\|Foot puncture\|left\|thumb]]
	[[File:Footpuncture.JPG\|Foot puncture\|thumb~~\|left~~]]

	===Incision===		===Incision===
	An [[incision]] is a clean, straight cut in the skin, often made by a sharp instrument such as a scalpel. Incisions are common in surgical procedures.		An [[incision]] is a clean, straight cut in the skin, often made by a sharp instrument such as a scalpel. Incisions are common in surgical procedures.

	===Contusion===		===Contusion===
	A [[contusion]] is a bruise caused by blunt force trauma that damages tissue under the skin without breaking the skin.		A [[contusion]] is a bruise caused by blunt force trauma that damages tissue under the skin without breaking the skin.

	==Wound Healing==		==Wound Healing==
	Wound healing is a complex process that involves several stages:		Wound healing is a complex process that involves several stages:

	===Hemostasis===		===Hemostasis===
	The first stage of wound healing is hemostasis, where blood vessels constrict and clotting begins to stop bleeding.		The first stage of wound healing is hemostasis, where blood vessels constrict and clotting begins to stop bleeding.

	===Inflammation===		===Inflammation===
	The inflammation stage involves the body's immune response to prevent infection. White blood cells migrate to the wound site to fight off bacteria and debris.		The inflammation stage involves the body's immune response to prevent infection. White blood cells migrate to the wound site to fight off bacteria and debris.

	===Proliferation===		===Proliferation===
	During the proliferation stage, new tissue and blood vessels form. The wound begins to close as collagen is deposited.		During the proliferation stage, new tissue and blood vessels form. The wound begins to close as collagen is deposited.

	===Maturation===		===Maturation===
	The final stage is maturation, where the wound fully closes and the tissue strengthens over time.		The final stage is maturation, where the wound fully closes and the tissue strengthens over time.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment of wounds depends on the type and severity of the wound. Basic first aid includes cleaning the wound, applying antiseptic, and covering it with a bandage. More severe wounds may require stitches or surgical intervention.		Treatment of wounds depends on the type and severity of the wound. Basic first aid includes cleaning the wound, applying antiseptic, and covering it with a bandage. More severe wounds may require stitches or surgical intervention.
			[[File:Finger_cut.jpg\|Finger cut\|left\|thumb]]
	[[File:Finger_cut.jpg\|Finger cut\|thumb~~\|right~~]]

	==Complications==		==Complications==
	Complications from wounds can include infection, delayed healing, and scarring. Proper wound care is essential to prevent these complications.		Complications from wounds can include infection, delayed healing, and scarring. Proper wound care is essential to prevent these complications.
			==See also==
	==~~Related Pages~~==
	* [[First aid]]		* [[First aid]]
	* [[Surgery]]		* [[Surgery]]
	* [[Infection]]		* [[Infection]]
	* [[Skin]]		* [[Skin]]

	[[Category:Injuries]]		[[Category:Injuries]]
	[[Category:Skin conditions]]		[[Category:Skin conditions]]

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{{Short description|An article about wounds, their types, and treatment}}

==Wound==
A '''wound''' is a type of injury which happens relatively quickly in which skin is torn, cut, or punctured (an open wound), or where blunt force trauma causes a contusion (a closed wound). In pathology, it specifically refers to a sharp injury which damages the dermis of the skin.

==Types of Wounds==
Wounds can be classified into several types based on their cause and characteristics. The main types include:

===Abrasion===
An [[abrasion]] is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin, no deeper than the epidermis. It is less severe than a laceration, and bleeding, if present, is minimal. Abrasions are often caused by a sliding fall onto a rough surface.

[[File:Bicycle_injury_-_Hand_Abrasion,_Day_1.jpg|Bicycle injury - Hand Abrasion, Day 1|thumb|right]]

===Laceration===
A [[laceration]] is a deep cut or tearing of the skin. Unlike an abrasion, there is usually significant bleeding. Lacerations can be caused by sharp objects such as knives or broken glass.

===Puncture===
A [[puncture wound]] is a deep wound caused by a sharp, pointed object such as a nail or needle. Puncture wounds can be dangerous because they may introduce bacteria deep into the body.

[[File:Footpuncture.JPG|Foot puncture|thumb|left]]

===Incision===
An [[incision]] is a clean, straight cut in the skin, often made by a sharp instrument such as a scalpel. Incisions are common in surgical procedures.

===Contusion===
A [[contusion]] is a bruise caused by blunt force trauma that damages tissue under the skin without breaking the skin.

==Wound Healing==
Wound healing is a complex process that involves several stages:

===Hemostasis===
The first stage of wound healing is hemostasis, where blood vessels constrict and clotting begins to stop bleeding.

===Inflammation===
The inflammation stage involves the body's immune response to prevent infection. White blood cells migrate to the wound site to fight off bacteria and debris.

===Proliferation===
During the proliferation stage, new tissue and blood vessels form. The wound begins to close as collagen is deposited.

===Maturation===
The final stage is maturation, where the wound fully closes and the tissue strengthens over time.

==Treatment==
Treatment of wounds depends on the type and severity of the wound. Basic first aid includes cleaning the wound, applying antiseptic, and covering it with a bandage. More severe wounds may require stitches or surgical intervention.

[[File:Finger_cut.jpg|Finger cut|thumb|right]]

==Complications==
Complications from wounds can include infection, delayed healing, and scarring. Proper wound care is essential to prevent these complications.

==Related Pages==
* [[First aid]]
* [[Surgery]]
* [[Infection]]
* [[Skin]]

[[Category:Injuries]]
[[Category:Skin conditions]]

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