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Epidemiological, forensic, and clinical insights into burn injuries: A decade-long retrospective analysis from Goa
Sweta Nidhi1, Chetan L Karekar2, Lekshmi Ramesh3
1Department of Forensic Sciences, National Forensic Sciences University, Goa campus, 403401, Goa, India.
Abstract:
Burn injuries constitute a significant public health and forensic challenge, accounting for 8.91 % of total post-mortem examinations in Goa during 2014-2023. This study examines 972 burn cases, analysing epidemiological, forensic, and clinical factors. Key findings include a high prevalence of burns among married individuals, middle socioeconomic classes, and females exposed to domestic hazards. Suicidal burns accounted for the majority (56.48 %) of cases, with septic shock being the leading cause of death. Principal component analysis (PCA) revealed significant correlations between types of burns, microbial infections, survival rates, and socioeconomic factors. The study underscores the need for targeted public health interventions, improved forensic protocols, and mental health support to reduce burn-related mortality.
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