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A Swine Burn Model for Investigating the Healing Process in Multiple Depth Burn Wounds
Published on: February 23, 2024
Nonoperative management of complex burn injuries
Drew Stal1, Patrick Cole, Larry Hollier
1Department of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 77070, USA.
Abstract:
Severe burn injuries frequently present a therapeutic challenge; fortunately, conservative therapies have proven highly effective in augmenting standard surgical management. Skin substitutes, such as pigskin or cadaveric tissue, aid in acute burn care by limiting fluid and heat loss. In the subacute phase, splint therapy provides direct pressure, maintains soft tissue form at specific areas, and limits scarring. Physical therapy promotes strengthening of local musculature and regain range of motion. We discuss the nonoperative management of severe burns, as well as provide insight into future directions in conservative burn care.
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