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Old burns and pregnancy.

R N Matthews

    British Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
    |August 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Pregnancy after burns is usually uncomplicated. Severe abdominal scarring may necessitate surgical decompression, typically managed with split skin autografts without inducing labor. Breast deformities from burns can be corrected with skin grafting and pressure therapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Burn Management
    • Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

    Background:

    • Burns during pregnancy are uncommon but can lead to complications.
    • Extensive abdominal scarring can cause significant maternal pain in late pregnancy.
    • Breast deformities may arise from burn injuries, impacting function and aesthetics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the management of pregnancies complicated by prior burn injuries.
    • To discuss surgical interventions for severe abdominal wall scarring during pregnancy.
    • To outline reconstructive options for burn-related breast deformities.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical cases and literature concerning pregnancy outcomes after burns.
    • Surgical decompression techniques for abdominal wall contractures.

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  • Split skin autografting and pressure therapy for scar revision and contracture correction.

    • Main Results:

    • Pregnancy typically proceeds without major complications following burn injuries.
    • Surgical decompression for severe abdominal scarring rarely precipitates preterm labor.
    • Split skin autografts are effective for managing raw areas and contractures.
    • Breastfeeding may be possible despite nipple-areola complex distortion, though absence precludes it.

    Conclusions:

    • Pregnancy outcomes are generally favorable after burns, with careful management of specific complications.
    • Surgical interventions for severe scarring are safe and effective during pregnancy.
    • Reconstructive surgery offers viable solutions for burn-induced breast deformities, improving function and appearance.