Has anyone ever had a pressure sore sewn together as opposed to a flap? If so,why was it done and what was the outcome?
Wheelz 16
May 14 2009, 07:51 AM
QUOTE (Wheelz 16 @ May 8 2009, 08:25 AM)
Has anyone ever had a pressure sore sewn together as opposed to a flap? If so,why was it done and what was the outcome?
Nobody?
hooplady
May 14 2009, 09:06 PM
Maybe not, Wheelz. From what I understand just stitching up the wound will only cause it to abcess. It's more than just getting the edges of the skin together - the flesh below must be filled and healthy.
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