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Can wound staples be left in too long?

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Dr. Bret Boyle answered

Specializes in Wound care

Yes: However as long as there is not inflammation and/or infection, it is often acceptable to leave staples in longer to allow maturation and strengthening of scar before removing. This is fairly common practice.

Dr Satulovsky agreed

Answered 1/18/2014

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