How many days does it take for an abdominal wound to heal?

The number of days it takes for an abdominal wound to heal depends on a combination of medical conditions, physical status, and age. It usually takes 7 to 10 days. However, if there is an infection or if the wound is large, it may extend to about 14 days. Abdominal wounds are generally wounds after abdominal surgery, which can be categorized as minimally invasive as well as open surgeries. The number of days it takes to heal needs to be analyzed on a case-by-case basis. Minimally invasive abdominal wounds normally heal in about 7 to 8 days and open abdominal wounds normally heal in about 8 to 10 days. If there is an infection or if the wound is large, it may take up to about 14 days for the wound to heal. In the case of elderly patients, the healing time may be delayed due to the lack of recovery ability. It is recommended that patients with abdominal wounds should pay attention to more rest, strengthen nutrition, maintain local hygiene and avoid infection.