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Experimental study on thermal burns caused by plaster bandage
Nihon Seikeigeka Gakkai Zasshi
|June 1, 1986
Summary
Plaster bandages can cause thermal burns due to heat generated during application. Factors like water temperature and plaster thickness influence skin temperature, necessitating careful application to prevent burns.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
Background:
- Plaster bandages are common in orthopaedics.
- The risk of thermal burns from plaster bandages is not well understood.
- Heat generation varies with application conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate factors influencing skin temperature elevation under plaster splints.
- To identify conditions that may lead to burns from plaster bandages.
Main Methods:
- Experimental study on human forearms.
- Application of plaster splints under controlled conditions.
- Monitoring of skin temperature during plaster application.
Main Results:
- Highest recorded skin temperature was 47.7°C.
- This occurred with a 30-layer plaster bandage, short setting time, and 42°C water.
- These conditions resulted in a first-degree burn.
Conclusions:
- Plaster bandage application can cause thermal burns.
- Water temperature, plaster thickness, and setting time are critical factors.
- Careful application protocols are essential to prevent patient burns.