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Incidence of Sinusitis in Burn Victims and Association With Inhalational Injury
Nicole M Melchior1, Eric M Melchior, Linwood R Haith
1*Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Department of Surgery, Philadelphia, PA; and †Nathan Speare Regional Burn Treatment Center, Crozer-Keystone Health System, Upland, PA.
Summary
Inhalational injury significantly increases the risk of sinusitis in mechanically ventilated burn patients. Early diagnosis and management are crucial for improving outcomes in this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Critical Care Medicine
- Burn Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Sinusitis is a common complication in critically ill patients.
- Mechanically ventilated burn victims are at high risk for nosocomial infections.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence of sinusitis in mechanically ventilated burn victims.
- To investigate the association between inhalational injury and sinusitis development.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart analysis of 137 mechanically ventilated burn patients over 24 months.
- Inclusion criteria: mechanical ventilation > 24 hours.
- Variables examined: days on ventilation, inhalational injury (confirmed by bronchoscopy), sinusitis diagnosis.
Main Results:
- Sinusitis diagnosed in 32 of 137 patients (23%).
- 87.5% of sinusitis patients had confirmed inhalational injury vs. 33.3% without sinusitis (P < .01).
- No significant difference in intubation type, feeding method, or ventilation duration before diagnosis.
Conclusions:
- Inhalational injury is a significant risk factor for developing sinusitis in mechanically ventilated burn patients.
- Findings suggest a strong link between inhalational injury and increased sinusitis incidence.
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