three phases in wound healing process Flashcards
what are the 3 phases in the wound healing process
hemostatic or inflammatory
proliferative
remodeling
describe the hemostatic or inflammatory phase
damaged tissue releases
cytokines which trigger a process called hemostasis; blood
coagulates, and the wound starts to heal. In addition, plasma leaks into surrounding tissue and causes swelling
describe the proliferative phase
New collagen fibers are formed, a new wound
bed is created, and capillaries start growing. The wound edges begin pulling closer and new granulation tissue grows.
describe the remodeling phase
Stronger collagen replaces the soft gelatinous
collagen; however, this tissue is much weaker than the original tissue and is susceptible to re-injury