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Wound healing after amputation

2024-02-20 18:32:22
Hi, My grandmother had undergone a leg surgery (amputated due to cellulitis)last week and want to check if the wound is healing well . attached are the pictures.Please suggest.Thanks
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Wound looks infected. Needs debridement. May need skin grafting.
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Visit a plastic surgeon

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Results dont look great. There is pus still present. I would recommend to go for a VAC dressing after consulting with the operating surgeon.

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Not healed completely, consult to operated surgeon

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