Type One wounds, those that heal by first intention, are those that can be sewn up, says David Ramsey, DVM. Normally after a cut, there’s about six hours to reintroduce the edges of the skin to each other. Type Two wounds are healed by second intention because to close the skin granulation and epithelial, cell bridges must form.
In the two articles referenced here, Ramsey identifies the urgencies with Type One wounds and discusses the patient direction for healing of Type Two wounds.
Source: Horse Network, March/April 2019.
- A veterinarian’s guide to treating Type One wounds. Link.
- Type Two wounds (Second intention healing). Link.
INSIGHTS: Considering the normal distances between horse owners and their veterinarians, these articles are good references for social media, websites and e-newsletters. The content will make good reference material for group training or pre-trailride orientations.