Post op 9/25 colostomy reversal a small .1 cm area will not close. Is it a stitch that didn't dissolve?
The incision was left open with daily wet to dry dressings and healed nicely. This small area remains irritated and infected. Could it be a stitch that did not dissolve that is keeping the wound irritated? What needs to be done? Surgical intervention?
Answers from doctors (1)
Answered by Vascular Institute of Chattanooga
It's possible. I recommend you call your surgeon and report this issues. The surgeon will likely need to see you to examine the wound. I cannot say for sure if you will need surgery, but it sounds like a very small wound and hopefully surgery will not be required.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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