A wound that requires layered closure of one or more of the deeper layers of subcutaneous tissue is considered what type of repair?

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Layered closure of subcutaneous tissue is considered an intermediate repair, which is defined as a repair of a wound that requires layers of closure of subcutaneous tissue and muscular fascia, in addition to skin closure. Simple repair involves the closure of superficial wounds with minimal or no subcutaneous tissue involvement, while complex repair involves extensive tissue loss, multiple-layered closures, and/or the involvement of structures that require specialized repair techniques.

A Wound That Requires Layered Closure of One or More