Burns : journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
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Burns are devastating to the individual and society, representing a huge biomedical burden. Improved education in burns has however ignited a revolution in high-income countries-burn mortality is reducing. Education in burns is far-reaching. ⋯ Here, we examine the literature detailing burn education with a focus on past lessons, current trends and future objectives. We have identified key educational objectives to revolutionise burn care on a global perspective. Now is the time to build on promising educational strides to reduce the global burns burden.
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Tissue expansion is frequently used in reconstructive surgery. Although the surgical procedure is typically considered simple, reported complication rates of tissue expansions exceed 40%. There is little evidence concerning risk factors for complications in tissue expansion in body regions other than breast. The aim was to determine risk factors for complications in non-breast tissue expansion. ⋯ This is the first study revealing female gender and low BMI as risk factors in tissue expander surgery. Thus, careful patient selection is mandatory to avoid complications in tissue expansion. Burn patients do not develop complications more often.
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To inform childhood burn prevention by identifying demographics, clinical features and circumstances of unintentional non-scald burns. ⋯ Parents of toddlers must learn safe storage of hazardous items. Older children should be taught skills in safe cooking and hairstyling device use.