By which intention would a purulent wound treated by debridement and placement of medicated packing, then sutured after resolution of the infection heal?
A) first intention
B) second intention
C) third intention
D) primary union

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Healing by third intention, also known as tertiary intention, involves delayed suturing of a wound. Initially, the wound is left open and may be treated with debridement and medicated packing to manage infection or contamination. Once the infection is resolved, the wound edges are brought together and sutured, promoting healing. This approach is different from primary (first) intention, where wounds are closed immediately, and secondary intention, where wounds are left open to heal from the bottom up without surgical closure.

By Which Intention Would a Purulent Wound Treated by Debridement