On 18/12, Doctor Hoang Thi Phuong Lan of the Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Orthopedic Trauma Department, Tam Anh General Hospital Hanoi, ordered an X-ray for Ngoc. This was to rule out head trauma or cheekbone fractures before performing aesthetic suturing. Doctors administered anesthesia to prevent pain, then debrided and cleaned the wound, suturing it with specialized multi-layer threads.

After a one-hour surgery, the child was alert with stable hemodynamics, dry stitches, and stable vision. She was discharged one day later, with doctors providing instructions for home wound care and regular follow-up appointments.

According to Doctor Lan, prescription glasses can become dangerous during strong impacts. Glass lenses can shatter, causing deep cuts to the skin, even perforating the eyeball and leading to permanent blindness. The face is a sensitive area with many nerves and blood vessels. Improper treatment or incorrect suturing can result in keloid scars, facial muscle asymmetry, or even affect vision.

Doctor Lan advises parents to equip children with safe plastic lenses instead of glass, ensure frames are not loose or cracked, and regularly check their prescription. In cases of injury from broken glasses or any sharp object in the facial area, absolutely do not attempt to stop bleeding or suture at home. Deep facial wounds require specialized doctors for multi-layer aesthetic suturing, performed in a sterile environment.

Thanh Ba