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Dorothy Bbaale1,2, Priyansh Nathani2,3, Shlok Patel2,3,4
1Department of Plastic Surgery, Beit-Cure Children's Hospital Malawi, Blantyre P.O. Box 31236, Malawi.
European Burn Journal
|January 21, 2026
Summary
Burn care in India faces challenges in training and monitoring, despite lower costs in government facilities. Improving education and protocols is crucial for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Research
- Public Health
- Global Health
Background:
- Burns cause significant annual mortality, particularly in rural Africa and Southeast Asia.
- This study focuses on burn care resources, challenges, and solutions in India.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess burn care resources and challenges from healthcare providers' perspectives in India.
- To identify potential solutions for improving burn care outcomes in the Indian context.
Main Methods:
- An online survey was distributed to burn care professionals across India.
- Dissemination occurred through social media, professional networks, and hospital representatives.
Main Results:
- 105 burn care professionals responded, mostly from tertiary care centers.
- Government hospitals showed higher availability of dedicated burn units and significantly lower treatment costs.
- A substantial percentage of respondents worked in facilities serving remote areas (>300 km).
Conclusions:
- Significant gaps exist in staff training, intensive care monitoring, and infection prevention.
- Delayed treatment due to initial consultation with traditional healers negatively impacts outcomes.
- Enhancing education, standardizing monitoring, and adhering to clinical protocols are essential for improving burn care.
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