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[Burns by immersion in children and abuse]
P Ridel1, M Lemesle2, N Vabres2
1Service de chirurgie plastique et reconstructrice, centre des brûlés, CHU de Nantes, hôpital Hôtel Dieu, 44093 Nantes cedex 01, France.
Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|August 19, 2019
Summary
Childhood burns, particularly immersion scalds, may indicate maltreatment. A systematic diagnostic approach is crucial for identifying inflicted burns and ensuring child protection.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Forensic Medicine
- Child Abuse Research
Background:
- Childhood burns are a significant concern, with a notable percentage potentially stemming from maltreatment.
- Inflicted burns, especially scalds from immersion, present unique diagnostic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a systematic diagnostic approach for identifying inflicted burn injuries in children.
- To highlight the severe nature of burns resulting from child abuse.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective study of children hospitalized for immersion scalds between 2013 and 2016.
- Confirmed cases of child abuse were analyzed for demographics, burn characteristics, surgical needs, and social interventions.
Main Results:
- Six cases of immersion scalds due to maltreatment were identified (5 boys, 1 girl; median age 12 months).
- Average burn surface area was 19%, with deep second and third-degree burns that were consistently symmetric.
- All children required at least one surgical intervention, and protective measures were implemented for all cases.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare teams treating pediatric burns require specialized training in diagnosing abuse and neglect.
- Early identification of maltreatment through a systematic approach is essential for timely social interventions and child protection.
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