WOUND
A wound is defined as a cut or break in any tissue's continuity.
WOUND CLASSIFICATION
According to the reasons, and whether or not microorganisms are present, wound
s can be classified.
1. Wounds may be categorized as follows depending on the cause:
Wounds, both open and closed
Open wounds:
A cut or break in the continuity of the skin or mucous membrane constitut
es an open wound. This could be brought on by a strong strike or object.
An open wound enables the introduction of microbes as well as the loss of
bodily fluids
Concealed or closed wounds:
The skin's and mucous membrane's continuity is unbroken.
Caused by the harm to tissue beneath the skin.
Asresult of a direct hit, a blunt instrument, or crushing.
Bleeding could occur as a result of blood vessel injury. and tissues.
(Haematoma, ecchymosis)
Exudate accumulation can result in oedema, decreased function, and pain in
both open and closed sores
Surgery and Traumatic Wounds
a. A surgical wound
performed by surgeons under aseptic conditions during a surgical procedure calle
d as incisions.
b. Traumatic wound / injury
Accidents and unforeseen events frequently result in unanticipated injuries.
Lacerations and Incised Wounds a. A puncture or lncised wound
is a clean cut with a crisp, consistent edge that can bleed more abundantly and be
readil approximated.
Lacerating wound / injury The edges of a lacerated wound are ripped and uneven.
Abrasion and Penetrating wounds
a. Abrasion : An abrasion is a superficial wound caused by scraping or sliding of the
skin over a firm or fixed surface.
b. Penetrating wound
A wound is defined as a cut or break in any tissue's continuity.
WOUND CLASSIFICATION
According to the reasons, and whether or not microorganisms are present, wound
s can be classified.
1. Wounds may be categorized as follows depending on the cause:
Wounds, both open and closed
Open wounds:
A cut or break in the continuity of the skin or mucous membrane constitut
es an open wound. This could be brought on by a strong strike or object.
An open wound enables the introduction of microbes as well as the loss of
bodily fluids
Concealed or closed wounds:
The skin's and mucous membrane's continuity is unbroken.
Caused by the harm to tissue beneath the skin.
Asresult of a direct hit, a blunt instrument, or crushing.
Bleeding could occur as a result of blood vessel injury. and tissues.
(Haematoma, ecchymosis)
Exudate accumulation can result in oedema, decreased function, and pain in
both open and closed sores
Surgery and Traumatic Wounds
a. A surgical wound
performed by surgeons under aseptic conditions during a surgical procedure calle
d as incisions.
b. Traumatic wound / injury
Accidents and unforeseen events frequently result in unanticipated injuries.
Lacerations and Incised Wounds a. A puncture or lncised wound
is a clean cut with a crisp, consistent edge that can bleed more abundantly and be
readil approximated.
Lacerating wound / injury The edges of a lacerated wound are ripped and uneven.
Abrasion and Penetrating wounds
a. Abrasion : An abrasion is a superficial wound caused by scraping or sliding of the
skin over a firm or fixed surface.
b. Penetrating wound
