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| 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. | ||
===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 | |||
===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 | |||
==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== | |||
== | |||
* [[First aid]] | * [[First aid]] | ||
* [[Surgery]] | * [[Surgery]] | ||
* [[Infection]] | * [[Infection]] | ||
* [[Skin]] | * [[Skin]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
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| Wound | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Laceration, cut, abrasion, contusion |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| 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 |
| Differential diagnosis | N/A |
| Prevention | Protective equipment, hygiene, vaccination |
| Treatment | Cleaning, stitches, bandaging, antibiotics |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with proper care |
| Frequency | Very common |
| Deaths | N/A |
An article about wounds, their types, and treatment
Wound[edit]
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[edit]
Wounds can be classified into several types based on their cause and characteristics. The main types include:
Abrasion[edit]
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.
Laceration[edit]
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[edit]
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.
Incision[edit]
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[edit]
A contusion is a bruise caused by blunt force trauma that damages tissue under the skin without breaking the skin.
Wound Healing[edit]
Wound healing is a complex process that involves several stages:
Hemostasis[edit]
The first stage of wound healing is hemostasis, where blood vessels constrict and clotting begins to stop bleeding.
Inflammation[edit]
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[edit]
During the proliferation stage, new tissue and blood vessels form. The wound begins to close as collagen is deposited.
Maturation[edit]
The final stage is maturation, where the wound fully closes and the tissue strengthens over time.
Treatment[edit]
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.
Complications[edit]
Complications from wounds can include infection, delayed healing, and scarring. Proper wound care is essential to prevent these complications.
