Abstract:Objective
To assess patient satisfaction with laceration management, post‐ED care, cosmesis and complication rates.
Methods
We undertook a prospective observational study of adult patients with lacerations sutured in two EDs over a 4‐month period. ED data included participant demographics, laceration characteristics and management. A telephone survey was undertaken approximately 14 days post‐ED discharge. Patient satisfaction with post‐ED pain management, advice on wound care and follow up, overall management … Show more
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