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Trauma Clinic
Laceration

It is critical to treat lacerations as quickly as possible not to leave scars on the skin.

There are various types of skin wounds : bruises, abrasions, cuts, lacerations, stabs, etc.
Especially, when the skin is torn, we call the wound lacerations. Also, there are irregularly formed bumpy lacerations around the wound when the skin has been damaged by fire, steam, or other hot objects. In particular, when lacerations happen to children, most cases are caused by hot water or steam and preventing scars is necessary by treating the wounds quickly so that scars may not be left.

How to Treat Laceration

Since most lacerations are not wide, the wounds can be simply sutured. Also the treatment is performed as soon as possible, the better result can be expected. Considering the extent of contamination, the wounds can be closed in various ways using thread, tape, or staple.

Suturing

① Regarding the treatment of lacerations (torn wounds), a patient must visit the hospital within 48 hours to minimize scars, but for the facial area (especially around the eyes), suturing should be completed up to 24 hours after trauma occurs.

② You should wash the wound under runny water and wrap it with a clean towel before you go to a doctor. At the same time, you should be careful not to put pressure on the wound. Otherwise, it can interrupt blood circulation and then may damage the skin tissue.

③ The stitches can be removed 5 or 7 days after the wound is sutured.

④ If an indented scar is found after suturing, it can be treated with a laser.

Taping

When the wound is not torn deep into the dermis or only the surface layer is open, Steri-Strip tape is used to close the wound.


Fractures

Fractures must be treated before developed to edema.

Fracture refers to a condition in which the bones are distorted or broken when a strong impact is applied to the bones. Fractures are often said to be broken bones. Fractures can be caused by bruises, trauma, falls, car accidents, and crash. Swelling increases 6 to 12 hours after the fracture.

Facial Fractures

Orbital bone
(fracture around the eye)

Nasal bone
(fracture around the nose)

Mandible bone
(fracture around the lower jaw)

How to treat Fractures External fixation

A pin is inserted into the fracture followed by joining the broken bones using a plaster bandage or metal device from the outside

Internal fixation

The fracture site is aligned first and then the broken bones are joined using various internal fixation devices.


Ligament Rupture

Ligaments are easily ruptured by external impact, so special care is required.

Ligaments are the fibrous connective tissues that connect two bones. Ligaments usually hold joints,
and the fibrous tissues in the ligaments are arranged in parallel, which helps the tension to be very strong. When this tissue is torn or loosened by an external shock, it is called a sprain. When a ligament or muscle is completely detached, it is called a ligament rupture.

How to treat Ligament Rupture Ligament Reconstruction Surgery

Replace a ruptured ligament with a new ligament