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Paediatrics Publications
Title
Special Traumatized Populations: Burns Injuries
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2018
Journal
Current Pediatric Reviews
Volume
14
Issue
1
First Page
64
Last Page
69
URL with Digital Object Identifier
https://doi.org/10.2174/1573396314666180608095033
Abstract
Background
It is important for physicians treating children to be aware of unique presentations that require expertise and knowledge. One area of importance when caring for traumatized children is Thermal Burn Injuries. Burns commonly result in morbidity in children; as such, the appropriate identification of the severity of the burn and appropriate management are integral to minimize the complications of burns during the acute phase. Attention to proper fluid management is paramount. Knowledge of types of solutions to use during Burn treatment is important.
Results and Conclusion
The evolution of wound management with newer biologic dressings and skin analogs for optimal skin recovery is discussed.
Notes
Article available at Current Pediatric Reviews, Vol. 14(1).
https://doi.org/10.2174/1573396314666180608095033