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Fig. 1

From: A case series of prophylactic negative pressure wound therapy use with purse-string closure in stoma closure wounds in infants

Fig. 1

The chronological evolution of the surgical incision. Over time, the wound size decreased, and it developed into a clean scar without any irregularities or indentations in the surrounding skin. A Immediate postoperative circular suture; the peritoneum and fascia are closed using absorbable interrupted sutures, followed by a circular skin suture using monofilament absorbable sutures. B There is minimal exudate present, but considering sufficient formation of granulation tissue, NPWT is discontinued. C Further development of granulation tissue has progressed, and the wound has also flattened out. D Epithelialization of the wound has been completed. E The wound has minimal irregularities, reduced in size, and has become less conspicuous

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