adhesions
bands of scar tissue that form between or around organs
dehiscence
separation and disruption of previously joined wound edges, usually occurs when a primary healing site bursts open
evisceration
occurs when wound edges separate to the extent that intestines protrude through wound, usually needs immediate surgical treatment
fibroblasts
are immature connective tissue cells that migrate into the healing site and secrete collagen
hypertrophic scars
inappropriately large, raised red and hard scars, occur when an overabundance of collagen is made during healing
inflammatory response
sequential reaction to cell injury
pressure injury
localized damage to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue
regeneration
replacement of lost cells and tissues with cells of the same type
repair
healing, with connective tissue replacing lost cells
shear
pressure exerted on the skin when it adheres to the bed and the skin layers slide in the direction of body movement and excessive moisture, increased risk for skin breakdown