The phrase "superficial wounds" refers to injuries or cuts that are on the surface of the skin and are not deep or severe. They are often minor and do not cause significant harm or danger. Full definition
The strongest association was for superficial wound infection: risk increased by nine percent for each one - unit increase in BMI. (sciencedaily.com)
The antimicrobial properties of potatoes have been used for healing superficial wounds and skin rashes, as well as for improving skin appearance, thanks to their antioxidant properties. (herbazest.com)
For instance, when feral cats are trapped, they often thrash about in the cage trying to escape, causing superficial wounds on the face or paws — minor injuries that sometimes classify as «wounds of unknown origin» and cause otherwise healthy cats to end up in quarantine. (alleycat.org)