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A burn formula in clinical practice

R W Griffiths, J E Laing

    Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
    |January 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    This study reviewed intravenous plasma resuscitation in burn patients. A common formula accurately estimated fluid needs for most, but extensive burns, especially in children, required more plasma. Clinical assessment remains crucial for individualized fluid therapy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Burn Care
    • Trauma Medicine
    • Fluid Resuscitation

    Background:

    • Intravenous plasma resuscitation is critical for burn patients.
    • Accurate fluid volume estimation is essential for optimal outcomes.
    • Existing formulas guide initial resuscitation efforts.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the accuracy of a predictive formula for intravenous plasma loads in burn patients.
    • To compare formula-predicted fluid volumes with actual administered volumes.
    • To identify patient subgroups potentially requiring deviations from formula estimates.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 1728 burn patients admitted between 1969-1978.
    • Analysis of patients (342) receiving intravenous plasma resuscitation.

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  • Comparison of administered plasma volumes against formula predictions.

    • Main Results:

    • The formula served as a reliable empirical guide for fluid needs in the initial 36 hours post-burn.
    • Patients with burns exceeding 45% body surface area (BSA), particularly children, often needed more fluid than predicted.
    • Burns >50% BSA were infrequent (50/1728 patients).

    Conclusions:

    • The studied formula is a reasonable guide for the majority of burn patients.
    • Clinical monitoring and patient response are vital for adjusting fluid therapy, especially in severe burn cases.
    • Individualized assessment is paramount for managing extensive burns and pediatric patients.