A small child with a laceration to the head would require surgical stitching at the edges of the…

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➤ When should a child with a head cut be evaluated for stitches or imaging?
Evaluate promptly if the wound is large, deep, gaping, bleeding persistently, or shows exposed bone or underlying tissue. Also seek assessment after a high‑velocity injury, suspected skull fracture, loss of consciousness, vomiting, or neurological signs. Early review helps decide on suturing, tetanus updates, imaging, and infection prevention.