Wound Debridement
About the procedure
Wound debridement involves the removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to promote healing, reduce infection risk, and accelerate recovery. Indicated for chronic or infected wounds, burns, and ulcers, the procedure may be performed under local or general anesthesia using surgical, mechanical, or enzymatic methods. Diagnosis is clinical, with imaging if deeper structures are involved. Postoperative care includes dressing changes, pain management, infection monitoring, and follow-up to ensure proper wound healing.
Relevant Diseases & Conditions
Gastrointestinal Bleeding (Upper or Lower)
Gastrointestinal bleeding is the acute loss of blood from the digestive tract and can be life-threatening if severe. Upper GI bleeding often results from peptic ulcers, esophagitis, or varices, while lower GI bleeding may be caused by diverticulosis, hemorrhoids, malignancy, or angiodysplasia. Diagnosis involves blood tests, endoscopy, and sometimes nasogastric aspirate. Management includes stabilizing the patient with fluids or transfusions and treating the source endoscopically or surgically. Preventive measures include ulcer management, avoiding NSAIDs, and prophylactic variceal treatment.
Relevant Specialties
Anesthesiology
Our Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine provides comprehensive anesthetic care across surgical and interventional procedures, supporting more than 1 lakh patients every year. With a multidisciplinary team of pediatric anesthesiologists, we deliver local, regional, sedation and general anesthesia tailored to individual needs. Advanced expertise includes cardiac, transplant, neuro, bariatric, & oncology, alongside ultrasound-guided regional techniques and complex airway management. In addition, our services also include interventional support, critical care, and acute and chronic pain management.
