CHRONIC WOUNDS

Wounds are any defect in the surface covering of the body and may involve not only the skin, but also the fat layer underneath and in certain instances the muscle, bones, nerves, tendons and ligaments. A chronic wound develops when any acute wound fails to heal in the expected time frame for that type of wound. .

Types of wounds commonly treated by plastic surgeons:

Venous Stasis Ulcers
Pressure Ulcers (bed sores)
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Non-Healing Surgical Wounds
Arterial Ulcers
Traumatic Wounds
Bone Infection (Osteomyelitis)
Gangrene
Skin Tears / Lacerations
Burns

How are wounds treated?

Dr. Beena may recommend several options for treating a wound. Small wounds that are expected to heal spontaneously may require nothing more than a regimen of cleansing, specialized dressing changes, and close monitoring. Topically applied ointments may be recommended in order to decrease bacterial contamination or facilitate shedding of unhealthy tissue.