Referral of patients to plastic surgeons following self-harm: Opportunities for suicide prevention

Management of self-harm injuries: a review of the evidence and guidance

“…It is estimated that up to 50% of patients admitted to a surgical ward following self-harm have not undergone a psychiatric assessment (Concannon et al., 2019; Rashid and Brennen, 2006). Early involvement of psychiatric services will aid surgical decision-making and the management of the patient by helping risk assess and optimize these patients prior to surgical intervention (Hold et al., 2010; NICE, 2022; Rashid and Brennen, 2006; Rogers et al., 2009).…”