Wound type

Clinical appearance

Number (%)

Percentage

TYPE I

Punctate or small linear wound, without peeling or bruising. Can be sutured without tension

98

64

TYPE II

Contused wound edges, or detached or bruised surrounding skin. Some risk of secondary necrosis

50

33

TYPE III

Significant skin loss. Unable to suture without tension. High risk of secondary necrosis.

5

3