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Question

All of the following statements are true for keloids EXCEPT:

The correct answer is
True keloid does not spread into surrounding tissue

Keloid Facts Identified

This question requires identifying the statement that is NOT true regarding keloids.

Keloid Statement Analysis

Let's examine each statement:

  • Statement 1: "It is rarely seen in white skinned persons and is more common over the sternum." This is generally considered true. Keloids are less frequent in lighter skin types and often appear on the sternum.
  • Statement 2: "True keloid continues to become worse even after one year." This is also true. Keloids can grow progressively over time.
  • Statement 4: "The maturation and stabilization of the collagen fibrils is inhibited." This statement is accurate. Keloid tissue shows impaired collagen maturation.
  • Statement 3: "True keloid does not spread into surrounding tissue." This is the incorrect statement. A key characteristic of keloids is their ability to extend beyond the boundaries of the original injury and invade the surrounding normal skin.

Identifying the Keloid Exception

Since keloids are known to invade surrounding tissue, the statement "True keloid does not spread into surrounding tissue" is false. This makes it the correct answer to the question asking for the exception.

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Important Questions from Wounds

  1. Which of the following are risk factors for wound infection? 

    1. Malnutrition 

    2. Poor perfusion 

    3. Antibodies 

    4. Foreign body material 

    Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  2. Which of the following are types of wound healing? 

    1. Primary Intention 

    2. Secondary Intention 

    3. Tertiary Intention 

    4. Quaternary Intention 

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  3. Untidy wounds are characterised by which of the following ? 

    1. Crushed or avulsed tissues 

    2. Contamination wound 

    3. Devitalised tissue 

    4. No loss of tissue 

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  4. Which of the following are types of wound healing?
    1. Primary Intention
    2. Secondary Intention
    3. Tertiary Intention
    4. Quaternary Intention
    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  5. Untidy wounds are characterised by which of the following?
    1. Crushed or avulsed tissues
    2. Contamination wound
    3. Devitalised tissue
    4. No loss of tissue
    Select the correct answer using the code given below :
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