Intermediate
Technical
IVT
excision and grafting
Combined surgical procedure involving removal of burned tissue followed by skin graft placement.
Full Definition
Excision and grafting is a fundamental surgical procedure in burn treatment that involves the removal of necrotic or deeply burned tissue followed by immediate or delayed coverage with skin grafts. The excision may be tangential (sequential removal of thin layers) or fascial (excision down to the fascia), depending on burn depth and patient factors. Timing of the procedure is critical, with early excision and grafting typically performed within 72 hours of injury to optimize outcomes and reduce complications such as infection and prolonged inflammation.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate when used as a compound adjective before a noun.
In Context
- "Early excision and grafting was performed on post-burn day two." — Operative summary
- "The plan includes staged excision and grafting over multiple procedures." — Treatment planning note
Also known as
surgical burn debridement and grafting
burn excision with reconstruction
Contrasted with
conservative management
wound care only
Don't confuse with
debridement only
grafting only
excision only