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A Swine Burn Model for Investigating the Healing Process in Multiple Depth Burn Wounds
Published on: February 23, 2024
Conservative treatment of a scald in a puppy
Elina Dahlqvist1, Andrew Lindford, Virve Koljonen
1Korson Eläinlääkäriasema KIRSU, Urpiaisentie 1B, 01450 Vantaa, Finland.
Objective:
We describe a case of a large scald in a 9-month-old puppy that was treated conservatively.
Case:
On admission to the private veterinary clinic, the scald was already 2 weeks postinjury, with no significant signs of healing. The burn surgeon from the University Hospital was consulted regarding the appropriate treatment protocol. Advice was given recommending careful showering of the scald wound, removal of debris, and loose hair, as well as the treatment of infection. This resulted in successful healing of the burn wound within a week.
Discussion:
This case highlights that correct treatment of a burn injury from the outset and successful cooperation between medical and veterinary colleagues can achieve the best possible result in human and in canine burn patients.
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