Feb 10, 2023
Wound management is an important topic for NEET PG/NExT exam preparation as it is a crucial aspect of patient care in the field of surgery. In the exam, you may encounter questions related to the classification of wounds, wound healing, and management of surgical wounds, including the selection of appropriate wound dressings and wound care practices.
Therefore, it is advisable to have a good understanding of the topic to perform well in the NEET PG exam and also to provide the best possible patient care.
Read this blog further to get an overview of the topic.
Wound refers to a breach in continuity of skin or surface epithelium. It can be caused by various factors, including physical trauma, surgical incisions, cuts, burns, and puncture wounds. Depending on the cause and severity of the wound, the healing process can take several days to several weeks.
Surgical wound classification is a system used to categorize surgical wounds based on their appearance and healing process. There are several commonly used surgical wound classifications, including:
Wound Classification | Risk of Infection | Antibiotic Prophylaxis |
Clean | 5% | Not required |
Clean contaminated | 10% | Required (usually) |
Contaminated | 20 - 30% | Required (in all cases) |
Dirty wound | 30 - 40% | Treatment is required (Not the prophylaxis) |
Compartment syndrome is a medical condition that occurs when pressure within a confined space (a muscle compartment) increases, leading to reduced blood flow and potential damage to the muscles and nerves within the compartment.
This can be caused by a variety of factors, including trauma, fractures, swelling, and certain medical procedures.
Symptoms may include pain, swelling, tightness, and impaired movement, and if left untreated, it can lead to permanent muscle and nerve damage.
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