Which of the following is a disadvantage of surgical debridement?
A) Scarring
B) Bleeding
C) Loss of function
D) Contractures
B
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A disadvantage of surgical debridement is bleeding. Scarring, loss of function, and contractures are not disadvantages of surgical debridement.
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