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Outcome of the Modified Meek Technique in the Management of Major Pediatric Burns

Shi Zhen Lee, Ahmad Sukari Halim, Wan Azman Wan Sulaiman

    Annals of Plastic Surgery
    |July 12, 2018
    PubMed

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    The modified Meek micrografting technique shows favorable outcomes in pediatric major burns, offering good graft take and low contracture rates. This method is particularly useful for children with limited donor sites, proving cost-effective.

    Area of Science:

    • Plastic Surgery
    • Pediatric Burn Management
    • Wound Healing

    Background:

    • The modified Meek micrografting technique is established for severe burns in adults.
    • Limited research exists on its efficacy in pediatric burn patients.
    • This study addresses the gap in understanding outcomes for children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the outcomes of the modified Meek micrografting technique in pediatric major burn patients.
    • To present favorable results supporting its use in this age group.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of pediatric major burn cases from 2010-2015.
    • Analysis of patients grafted using the Meek technique at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia.

    Main Results:

    • Twelve pediatric patients (average age 6 years) with major burns (average 35.4% TBSA) were treated.
    • No mortality was observed; 91.7% were male.
    • Average graft take was 82.3% with a low contracture rate (1/12 patients).

    Conclusions:

    • The Meek technique is effective for pediatric major burns, especially with limited donor sites.
    • It demonstrates good graft take, minimal contracture, and cost-effectiveness.
    • Favorable outcomes support its use in pediatric burn care.
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