Introduction Burn trauma begins via a cutaneous thermal injury with or without an inhalation injury. These local primary injuries initiate a series of pathophysiologic cascades previously discussed. Fluid shifts into thermally damaged tissue as well as global endothelial activation; glycocalyx…
Introduction Structure and Function of the Skin Skin, the body's largest organ, is incredibly complex. Functionally, there are two layers with a highly specialized and effective bonding mechanism. Numerous appendages traverse the skin, and a rich and reactive capillary network…
Introduction Surgery for burn injury is a key component to the multidisciplinary care of the burn patient. It usually involves early procedures such as escharotomy and fasciotomy when indicated, followed by burn excision. Early intervention in the form of early…