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Why do puncture wounds require special care?

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Puncture wounds have a high probability of introducing infectious agents such as bacteria deep into the tissue. As the sharp object punctures the skin, it takes any pathogens present on the skin (and object) into the tissue with it. Primary complications include cellulitis.

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