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What is the best way to repair a deeply cut leg?

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Medical Intervention: Depending of depth and cause - it may need to be explored & sutured. Many need tetanus shot.

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

What is the best way to repair a deeply cut leg?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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