Laceration repair (stitches)
Description
A surgical procedure to anesthetize (usually with local anesthesia), clean, and close a wound from a traumatic injury to the soft tissues. It may involve multiple layers of closure (skin, subcutaneous, muscle, etc).
Cost
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Common Complications
Infection and pain. Injury to the nerves and blood vessels can occur. If the wound is not properly cleaned and a foreign body such as wood or dirt is left in the room a chronic infection can occur.
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