A skin graft is often performed after debridement or removal of the dead skin and tissue. For the first several days, graft sites need to be kept very still and protected from rubbing or pressure. The site needs to be kept covered. Donor sites usually heal in 10 to14 days. If a dressing is applied, it usually remains on until it comes off by itself.
Lotion is applied to the donor site after the dressing comes off.
This skin often flakes off and looks dry. Click here to view the Online Resources page of this Web. Copyright 2000 Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. All rights reserved.