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Care of Surgical Incisions in Cats

Surgical wounds require protection and monitoring during recovery.

Surgical wounds require protection and monitoring during recovery. Care instructions vary with the procedure and closure material, so the operating clinic's directions take priority.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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