Some patients are more likely to develop infections or to have their incision split open.Risk factors for infection or dehiscence include:.obesity.diabetes.malnutrition

There are several reasons for caring properly for an incision or wound. These include:.lowering the risk of postoperative complications.avoiding unnecessary pain or discomfort.minimizing scarring.preventing blood loss

lynch incision or lateral incision

Physical therapy exercises, incision care, and use of assistive devices such as crutches or splints

refers to a series of procedures and precautions related to closing a wound or surgical incision; protecting the cut or injured tissues from contamination or infection; and caring properly for the new skin that forms during the healing process