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|Articles|October 1, 2009

How to create multiple punctate relaxing incisions: Step 3

Bandage the suture line and punctate incisions with a nonadherent wound contact material, an absorbent wrap, and adhesive tape. Change the bandages daily during the early wound healing stages and less often as healing progresses. The punctate incisions should heal in 14 to 21 days. Discontinue bandaging as clinical judgment indicates. Postoperative analgesia should be administered as needed.

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