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After laparoscopic surgery, if the stitches have been removed already, is it necessary to protect still the wound with any plast?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Up to you: If there is no drainage , looks dry most will leave it alone with out dressings , some cover with bandage , or a band aid . In a healing process surgical wound get sealed in 24 hrs , will not allow the bacteria to get inside.
Answered 9/1/2013
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