Journal of advanced nursing
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Review Meta Analysis
Timing of dressing removal in the healing of surgical wounds by primary intention: quantitative systematic review protocol.
The purpose of this systematic review is to evaluate the efficacy of different lengths of time of postoperative dressing removal in the healing of surgical wounds by primary intention. ⋯ The results of the review can put the timing of dressing removal for wounds which are healing by primary intention into perspective. Because of the widespread use of surgical dressings, clinical practice could be changed in various settings.