Burns : journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
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The goal of this study is to look into the factors that lead to death in patients with necrotizing soft tissue infections(NSTIs) in the intensive care unit and create a mortality risk model. ⋯ The death risk model in this study for NSTIs patients in the intensive care unit shows high sensitivity and specificity. Patients with a score of ≥ 4 points have a higher risk of mortality.
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) afflicts a significant portion of burn patients. This study aims to analyze the morbidity, prevalence, and treatment of PTSD in the burn population. ⋯ PTSD is not uncommon in the burn population, and those with burns and concomitant PTSD have an increased risk of morbidity. Screening and preventative measures to reduce morbidity and early implementation of care in burned patients with PTSD are indicated.