The benefits of minor surgical debridement in cancer patients include: - Reduced risk of infection: Removing necrotic tissue minimizes the chances of bacterial growth. - Enhanced healing: A clean wound bed supports the formation of new, healthy tissue. - Pain relief: Debridement can alleviate discomfort caused by accumulated dead tissue. - Improved efficacy of other treatments: A clean wound is more responsive to adjunctive therapies like antibiotics or negative pressure wound therapy.
