Indeterminate-Depth Burn Injury-Exploring the Uncertainty.
J Surg Res
; 245: 183-197, 2020 01.
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| ID: mdl-31421361
ABSTRACT
In the management of indeterminate-depth burns (IDB), common challenges include the ability to predict time to healing and regenerative potential, risk of burn wound progression, and timing of excision. Several technologies exist to aid in determination of the depth of a burn injury, yet surgeons continue to rely on the naked eye-visual assessment-as the standard of care. Newer and improved imaging technologies are closing in on the goal of inexpensive, accurate, noninvasive modalities for depth determination. Likewise, management of IDB is becoming more sophisticated as newer wound healing technologies continue to be developed. By describing what is meant by "indeterminate" depth burns, and their associated challenges, we hope to stimulate interest in research to develop new therapies and management strategies. The ultimate goal is to treat IDB without the need for autografts.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Índice de Severidad de la Enfermedad
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Quemaduras
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Incertidumbre
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
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Humans
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En
Revista:
J Surg Res
Año:
2020
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Article