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What is wound failure (Dehiscence)?

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What is wound failure (Dehiscence)?

In this video, Prof Davies explains why wound failure (or “Dehiscence”) occurs and its consequences.

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Wound failure and dehiscence occur when the wound healing process has been affected, certainly with respect to an abdominal wound that has been closed. A dehiscence can occur when the sutures do not actually keep the wound together. This can result in the abdominal content herniating through the wound. There can be, for example, in the leg or other parts of the body, you will see the wound breaking down and this is what we would call a wound breakdown or dehiscence. you

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