False about wound healing ?
Ans. is 'c' i.e., Inhibited by hematoma Factors causing impairment of wound healing A. Systemic factors Poor nutrition (protein deficiency, vitamin C deficiency). Metabolic abnormalities (Diabetes mellitus). Poor circulatory status (Inadequate blood supply). Hormones, e.g. glucocoicoids. B. Local factors Infection is the single most impoant factor. Mechanical factors, e.g. early mobilization. Foreign bodies (unnecessary sutures, fragments of steel or glass). Wound in poorly vacularized area, e.g. foot.
Inhibited by infection
Inhibited by DM
Inhibited by hematoma
Inhibited by foreign body