Epidemiology of Burns: Application of JIPMER Burn Proforma
Journal Title: New Indian Journal of Surgery - Year 2019, Vol 10, Issue 1
Abstract
Objective: To study the epidemiology of burn patients attending Jipmer Tertiary Burn Care centre, Management and Outcomes using 'Jipmer Burn Proforma'. Methods: Retrospective analysis of all the burn patients proformas admitted to our Burn Unit over the period one year (January – December 2016). Results: 306 patients were admitted for burns. Male to female ratio was 1:1.2. Majority of the burns due to scald and flame burns, 21-40 years age group is the commonest age group involved. Poor educational and socioeconomic status was consistently associated. Child group (0-10 years) associated with poor housing standards. Fluid lag noted was around 40-50%. Conclusion: This study suggests the importance of public education on burns and improving the quality of first aid for burn patients and following the comprehensive burn injury documentation method.
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Elankumar S
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- EP ID EP594259
- DOI 10.21088/nijs.0976.4747.10119.17
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