Healing by first intention
Syn.: Healing by primary intention, primary closure.
Healing of a wound in which the edges are closely re-approximated. Union or restoration of continuity occurs directly with minimal granulation tissue and scar formation.
Syn.: Healing by primary intention, primary closure.
Healing of a wound in which the edges are closely re-approximated. Union or restoration of continuity occurs directly with minimal granulation tissue and scar formation.