[Treatment of sequelae of burns on the trunk]

The management of burn scars of the trunk is discussed, in respect of the specific problems related to different areas such as the axilla, thorax and back, the female breast and the perineum as well as the external genitalia. Special emphasis is placed on the different aspects of burn sequelae of the female breast with regard to pre- and postpuberty age. The prevention and therapy of the burn scar carcinoma are dealt with.