What to do if a knife cuts your finger and the wound is deep

Sep 02, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Feng
Introduction
The knife cut deeply into the patient's finger. The wound should be managed with disinfection, debridement, hemostasis, dressing, and oral antibiotics. At home, immediately irrigate and disinfect the area thoroughly with povidone-iodine solution 2–3 times, then apply local pressure using sterile cotton balls or gauze to stop bleeding, followed by prompt medical evaluation at a hospital. Upon arrival at the hospital, the doctor will alternately irrigate the wound with povidone-iodine, normal saline, and hydrogen peroxide.

The laceration on the finger is deep, and the patient needs to be managed with disinfection, wound debridement, hemostasis, dressing, and oral antibiotics. The specific procedures are as follows:

1. At home, immediately irrigate and disinfect the wound thoroughly with povidone-iodine solution 2–3 times, then apply local pressure using sterile cotton balls or gauze to stop bleeding, and proceed to the hospital for further treatment;

2. Upon arrival at the hospital, the doctor will alternately irrigate the wound with povidone-iodine, normal saline, and hydrogen peroxide, then use forceps to remove any foreign materials from the wound site. After thorough cleaning, the wound will be sutured to achieve hemostasis;

3. The patient should receive a tetanus vaccine injection as soon as possible within 24 hours of injury to prevent tetanus infection;

4. After wound management, take oral antibiotics such as amoxicillin capsules or cefixime capsules as prescribed by the doctor to prevent infection.

It is recommended to visit a正规 medical institution and undergo treatment under the guidance of a qualified physician. Additionally, maintain healthy daily habits and avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods that may impair recovery.