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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Delayed wound healing is seen in all EXCEPT:March 2013 (a, e, f)
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The correct answer is  Ans. C i.e. HypeensionWounds & tissue repairHealing by primary/ 1st intention:- Closed wounds,- Edges approximated- e.g. clean skin incision closed with suturesFactors delaying wound healing:- Vitamin C deficiency,- Presence of vitamin E (inhibitory role),- Deficiency of trace metals (zinc, copper etc.),- Absence of oxygen (reduced perfusion),- Anemia,- Infection etc.