Remodelling phase (maturing phase) is characterized by
Normal wound healing have 3 or 4 phases, most commonly agreed to be 1 the inflammatory phase (2-3 days) 2 the proliferative phase (3 days - 3 weeks) 3 the remodelling phase (maturing phase) (stas on day 6-7and may extend up to a year) In the remodelling phase is characterised by the maturation of collagen (type I replacing type III until a ratio of 4:1 is achieved). There is a realignment of collagen fibres along the lines of tension, decreased wound vascularity, and wound contraction due to fibroblast and myofibroblast activity. Bailey and Love 27e pg: 25
Type I replacing type IV collagen
Type I replacing type III collagen
Type IV replacing type I collagen
Type III replacing type I collagen
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