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How long after a cut is open can they stitch it up?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Depends: Great question. Most cuts that are not contaminated or infected can be stitched up within 18 hours, however facial wounds can be closed later, sometimes 24-48 hours later due to the nature of the great blood supply.

Answered 3/28/2014

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