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Pediatric limb salvage after severe thermal injury

Year: 2020

Type: article

Abstract: Fourth-degree burns represent a significant challenge due to the exposure of delicate tissues (i.e., neurovascular structures, bones, joints) and complications (i.e., infection and graft loss). In addition to the typical challenges of significant tissue loss associated with fourth-degree burns, this is the first case report to describe a large-volume lymphatic leak of the extremity. We treated the lymphatic leak with bowel rest, parenteral nutrition, Octreotide, collagen matrix, and negative-pressure vacuum-assisted closure (V.A.C.®) therapy.

Source: Burns Open

DOI: 10.1016/j.burnso.2020.02.002

Authors: K.N. Partain, D. Noffsinger, R.K. Thakkar, R. Fabia

Institution: Nationwide Children's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Burn Injury Management and Outcomes

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,400