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Biodegradable staples, a needed revolution in burn future
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.08.018
Although among available different methods of skin graft fixation, skin stapling is the method of choice in many burn centers , skin staples have a number of problems. The pain associated with removal...
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Ali Akbar Mohammadi,
Seyed Morteza Seyed Jafari
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Correspondence
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14 May 2012 |
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Methylated spirit burns: An ongoing problem
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.10.006
Abstract: Objective: Despite many educational campaigns we still see burns caused by methylated spirit every year. We undertook a retrospective study to analyse the impact of this problem. Methods: We...
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J.R.H. Jansbeken,
A.F.P.M. Vloemans,
F.R.H. Tempelman,
R.S. Breederveld
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14 May 2012 |
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Antimicrobial resistance patterns and their encoding genes among Acinetobacter baumannii strains isolated from burned patients
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.04.008
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine the mechanisms and patterns of antimicrobial resistance among the isolates obtained from burned patients with wound infections at a teaching hospit...
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Parisa Asadollahi,
Mahdi Akbari,
Setareh Soroush,
Morovat Taherikalani,
Khairollah Asadollahi,
Kourosh Sayehmiri,
Abbas Maleki,
Mohammad Hossein Maleki,
Parviz Karimi,
Mohammad Emaneini
et al.
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11 May 2012 |
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The properties of an “ideal” burn wound dressing – What do we need in daily clinical practice? Results of a worldwide online survey among burn care specialists
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.04.007
Abstract: Objective: Using Internet polling to classify characteristics of a burn wound dressing considered as “ideal” by burn care specialists for small sized burns (<20% TBSA). Methods: Open, vol...
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Harald F. Selig,
David B. Lumenta,
Michael Giretzlehner,
Marc G. Jeschke,
Dominic Upton,
Lars P. Kamolz
et al.
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10 May 2012 |
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The use of a frailty scoring system for burns in the elderly
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.002
Abstract: Introduction: Burn in the elderly has a high mortality. Scoring systems incorporating age, and/or co-morbidities have been developed to assist in predicting outcomes in this high risk group....
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D. Masud,
S. Norton,
S. Smailes,
O. Shelley,
B. Philp,
P. Dziewulski
et al.
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10 May 2012 |
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Cooling properties of everyday liquids
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.008
Abstract: Objective: To examine the cooling properties of a variety of ‘everyday’ hot liquids within the context of scald injuries in the United Kingdom. Methods: The temperature of common hot liquids...
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Robert M. Warner,
Yvonne Wilson,
Darren L. Chester
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04 May 2012 |
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Assault by burning in Dhaka, Bangladesh
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.032
Abstract: Assault by burning in Dhaka, Bangladesh, occurs in a variety of forms, resulting from various causes and motives. A total of 311 cases of intentional burns from the Burn Unit of Dhaka Medica...
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Kishore Kumar Das,
M. Sazzad Khondokar,
M. Quamruzzaman,
Syed Shamsuddin Ahmed,
Michael Peck
et al.
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03 May 2012 |
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Resurgence of methamphetamine related burns and injuries: A follow-up study
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.003
Abstract: Purpose: Legislation enacted to curb methamphetamine production has only temporarily succeeded. Experiencing a recent increase in burns as a result of the new one-pot method, we compared met...
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Scott B. Davidson,
Paul A. Blostein,
Jon Walsh,
Sheldon B. Maltz,
Alain Elian,
Sheri L. VandenBerg
et al.
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30 April 2012 |
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Noise levels in a burn intensive care unit
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.033
Abstract: Introduction: Increased noise levels in hospitals, critical care units, and peri-operative areas have been associated with higher levels of sleep deprivation and patient stress. The World He...
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Alfredo C. Cordova,
Kartik Logishetty,
James Fauerbach,
Leigh A. Price,
B. Robert Gibson,
Stephen M. Milner
et al.
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30 April 2012 |
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Are there predicting factors for burn patients that transfer to a rehabilitation center upon completion of acute care?
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.007
Abstract: Introduction: Choosing the right burn patient that transfers to a rehabilitation facility following acute hospitalization is a difficult decision. In our study we characterize demographic, i...
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Oren Weissman,
Kobi Peleg,
Omer Trivizki,
Adi Givon,
Moti Harats,
Demetris Stavrou,
Nimrod Farber,
Eric Remer,
ITG,
Josef Haik
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30 April 2012 |
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Exercise training to improve health related quality of life in long term survivors of major burn injury: A matched controlled study
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.007
Abstract: Objective: Patients often experience reduced health-related quality of life (HRQOL) following burn injury. Exercise training has been demonstrated to improve HRQOL in a number of clinical po...
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T.L. Grisbrook,
S.L. Reid,
D.W. Edgar,
K.E. Wallman,
F.M. Wood,
C.M. Elliott
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26 April 2012 |
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An electrocardiogram for a patient with Biobrane® dressing
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.009
Biobrane® is a flexible biosynthetic dressing firmly adhere to wounds. Biobrane® has reduced the hospital stay, wound healing time and pain . Therefore, it is widely used in pediatric partial-thicknes...
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A. Farroha,
M. Syed,
P. Dziewulski
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Correspondence
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17 April 2012 |
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Epidemiology of fungal infection in burns: Therapeutic implications
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.028
We are very interested in the study of Sarabahi and colleagues on epidemiology of invasive fungal burn wound infections. Fungal infections now represent a serious problem in burn units, because they ...
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Jean-Vivien Schaal,
Thomas Leclerc,
Pierre Pasquier,
Laurent Bargues
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Correspondence
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12 April 2012 |
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Fixation of ProSeal™ laryngeal mask airway in a child with facial burns
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.006
An eight-year-old female child was posted for skin grafting of chest and upper limbs. She was a victim of 45%, second degree skin burn over whole face, scalp, chest and both upper limbs. On examinatio...
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Rupesh Yadav,
Sohan Lal Solanki
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Correspondence
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12 April 2012 |
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Reduction in skin grafting after the introduction of hydrofiber dressings in partial thickness burns: A comparison between a hydrofiber and silver sulphadiazine
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.004
Abstract: Aim/purpose: The aim of this study was to compare clinical outcome of children with scald burns treated with a hydrofiber dressing (Aquacel®, Convatec Inc.) with the former standard of care ...
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J. Dokter,
H. Boxma,
I.M.M.H. Oen,
M.E. van Baar,
C.H. van der Vlies
et al.
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06 April 2012 |
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Prognostic factors for amputation in severe burn patients
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.03.001
Abstract: Introduction: Amputation is a rare procedure among burned patients. However, it has significant physical and psychological consequences which impact quality of life. Objective: To study the ...
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C.A. Soto,
C.R. Albornoz,
V. Peña,
C. Arriagada,
J.P. Hurtado,
J. Villegas
et al.
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05 April 2012 |
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β-Glucan treatment prevents progressive burn ischaemia in the zone of stasis and improves burn healing: An experimental study in rats
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.031
Abstract: Saving the zone of stasis is one of the major goals of burn specialists. Increasing the tissue tolerance to ischaemia and inhibiting inflammation have been proposed to enable salvage of this...
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Cemal Firat,
Emine Samdancı,
Serkan Erbatur,
Ahmet Hamdi Aytekin,
Muharrem Ak,
Muhammed Gokhan Turtay,
Yusuf Kenan Coban
et al.
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02 April 2012 |
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Development of a long-term ovine model of cutaneous burn and smoke inhalation injury and the effects of early excision and skin autografting
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.003
Abstract: Smoke inhalation injury frequently increases the risk of pneumonia and mortality in burn patients. The pathophysiology of acute lung injury secondary to burn and smoke inhalation is well stu...
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Yusuke Yamamoto,
Perenlei Enkhbaatar,
Hiroyuki Sakurai,
Sebastian Rehberg,
Sven Asmussen,
Hiroshi Ito,
Linda E. Sousse,
Robert A. Cox,
Donald J. Deyo,
Lillian D. Traber,
Maret G. Traber,
David N. Herndon,
Daniel L. Traber
et al.
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29 March 2012 |
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A burn center paradigm to fulfill deferred consent public disclosure and community consultation requirements for emergency care research
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.009
Abstract: Introduction: To fulfill Food and Drug Administration and Department of Health and Human Services emergency care research informed consent requirements, our burn center planned and executed ...
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Martha G. Blackford,
Lynn Falletta,
David A. Andrews,
Michael D. Reed
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29 March 2012 |
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Protective effects of ulinastatin on pulmonary damage in rats following scald injury
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.004
Abstract: Organ protection is desirable in severe burn/scald injuries, and damage mechanisms and thus effective therapies following scald injury have not been fully elucidated. Our aim was to examine ...
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Chengjin Gao,
Yuhao Liu,
Lijie Ma,
Sheng Wang
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28 March 2012 |
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Extracorporeal shock waves improve angiogenesis after full thickness burn
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.018
Abstract: Objective: Extensive wounds of burn patients remain a challenge due to wound infection and subsequent septicemia. We wondered whether extracorporeal shock wave application (ESWA) accelerates...
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O. Goertz,
H. Lauer,
T. Hirsch,
A. Ring,
M. Lehnhardt,
S. Langer,
H.U. Steinau,
J. Hauser
et al.
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26 March 2012 |
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Documenting thermoregulatory system activity in burn patients
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.012
We describe a useful method of recording Thermogard XP™ system (Zoll Medical Corporation) activity on observation charts, which can be applied in any Burns care setting.
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J. Bracher,
D.B. Saleh,
F. Urso-Baiarda,
N. Brierley,
J. Rawlins,
S. Bhandari
et al.
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Correspondence
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22 March 2012 |
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Response to Letter to the Editor: ‘Epidemiology of Fungal Infection in Burns’
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.026
This is with reference to the letter to editor entitled ‘Epidemiology of fungal infection in burns’ by Jean Vivien Schaal et al. who have stated that in their unit the incidence of fungal isolates in ...
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Sujata Sarabahi,
V.K. Tiwari,
Savita Arora,
Malini R. Capoor,
Anurag Pandey
et al.
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Correspondence
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21 March 2012 |
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Effect of whole body vibration on leg muscle strength after healed burns: A randomized controlled trial
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.006
Abstract: Objective: To investigate the effects of eight weeks whole body vibration training program on leg muscle strength (force-producing capacity) in adults after healed burns. Design: Randomized ...
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Anwar Abdelgayed Ebid,
Mohamed Taher Ahmed,
Marwa Mahmoud Eid,
Mohamed Salah Eldien Mohamed
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05 March 2012 |
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Bacteriology of infected burn wounds in the burn wards of a teaching hospital in Southwest Nigeria
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.005
Abstract: Background: Burns are characterized by the loss of varying proportions of the protective layers of the skin, depression of immune responses, and increased wound susceptibility to infection. ...
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Idowu Olusegun Fadeyibi,
Muhibat Adeola Raji,
Nasiru Akanmu Ibrahim,
Andrew Omotayo Ugburo,
Samuel Ademiluyi
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05 March 2012 |
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Quality evaluation of meshed split-thickness skin grafts stored at 4 °C in isotonic solutions and nutrient media by cell cultures
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.002
Abstract: Objective: Excess split-skin autografts harvested and meshed during burn surgery are often stored at 4°C temporarily for later use. The quality of the stored skin is critical to clinical out...
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Zhe Li,
Christine Overend,
Peter Maitz,
Peter Kennedy
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02 March 2012 |
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Selectivity of a bromelain based enzymatic debridement agent: A porcine study
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.02.011
Abstract: Background: Debridement of the burn eschar is a cornerstone of burn wound care. Rapid enzymatic debridement with a bromelain-based agent (Debriding Gel Dressing-DGD) has recently been invest...
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Lior Rosenberg,
Yuval Krieger,
Eldad Silberstein,
Ofer Arnon,
Igor A. Sinelnikov,
Alex Bogdanov-Berezovsky,
Adam J. Singer
et al.
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02 March 2012 |
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Treatment outcomes for keloid scar management in the pediatric burn population
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.11.007
Abstract: Introduction: Keloids scars are challenging problems facing many reconstructive surgeons and have proven to be resistant to many treatments. This is evident by the broad range of treatments ...
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P.A. Patel,
J.K. Bailey,
K.P. Yakuboff
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27 February 2012 |
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Three components of education in burn care: Surgical education, inter-professional education, and mentorship
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.012
Abstract: Education in burn care can be divided into three main components: surgical education, inter-professional education, e.g. critical care education and mentorship. To date these components have...
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Shahriar Shahrokhi,
Kunaal Jindal,
Marc G. Jeschke
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Review article
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24 February 2012 |
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A randomised prospective study of split skin graft donor site dressings: AWBAT-D™ vs. Duoderm®
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.022
Abstract: Objective: To assess patient comfort and wound-healing efficacy of a new, purpose-designed biosynthetic material (AWBAT-D™) in the healing of split-skin graft donor sites in comparison with ...
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N.S. Solanki,
I.P. Mackie,
J.E. Greenwood
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24 February 2012 |
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Molecular epidemiologic analysis of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from four burn centers
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.023
Abstract: Staphylococcus aureus has been a major cause of hospital-acquired infections. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) has emerged since 1980s as an epidemiologic problem in hospit...
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Xu Chen,
Hai-hui Yang,
Yu-chan Huangfu,
Wen-kui Wang,
Ying Liu,
Yu-xing Ni,
Li-zhong Han
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Madecassoside suppresses migration of fibroblasts from keloids: involvement of p38 kinase and PI3K signaling pathways
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.017
Abstract: Keloid is a specific skin scar that expands beyond the boundaries of the original injury as it heals. The invasive nature of keloid and notable migratory activity of fibroblasts are a hallma...
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Jie Song,
Huan Xu,
Qian Lu,
Zhao Xu,
Difei Bian,
Yufeng Xia,
Zhifeng Wei,
Zhunan Gong,
Yue Dai
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Effects of Ligustrazine on pulmonary damage in rats following scald injury
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.026
Abstract: Organ protection is a routine therapy in severe burn/scald injuries, and damage mechanisms following early scald injury was not been fully elucidated. Our aim was to verify the beneficial ef...
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Chengjin Gao,
Yuhao Liu,
Lijie Ma,
Xiangyu Zhang,
Sheng Wang
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Resurfacing large skin defects of the face and neck with expanded subclavicular flaps pedicled by the thoracic branch of the supraclavicular artery
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.001
Abstract: Background: Supraclavicular flaps had been widely used as pedicled flaps to reconstruct face and neck defects. However, the size of this traditional flap was limited even after expansion. In...
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Feng Xie,
Jing Wang,
Qingfeng Li,
Shuangbai Zhou,
Tao Zan,
Bin Gu,
Kai Liu
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Microvessel networks in pre-formed in artificial clinical grade dermal substitutes in vitro using cells from haematopoietic tissues
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.019
Abstract: Forming a microcirculation is critical for vascularisation of artificial skin substitutes. One strategy to improve speed of grafting is to pre-form microvascular networks in the substitute b...
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Athanassios Athanassopoulos,
Grigorios Tsaknakis,
Sarah E. Newey,
Adrian L. Harris,
Jennifer Kean,
Michael P. Tyler,
Suzanne M. Watt
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Reconstruction of extensive upper extremity defects using pre-expanded oblique perforator-based paraumbilical flaps
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.002
Abstract: The pedicled paraumbilical flap is a reliable tissue transfer for hand and forearm reconstruction. However, its size, pedicle length and/or thickness limit its application in resurfacing of ...
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Mengqing Zang,
Shan Zhu,
Bin Song,
Ji Jin,
Donghong Liu,
Qiang Ding,
Yuanbo Liu
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Management of 2nd-degree facial burns using the Versajet® hydrosurgery system and xenograft: A prospective evaluation of 20 cases
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.008
Abstract: Introduction: There is no single therapeutic scheme for the management of intermediary 2nd-degree facial burns, which can cause problems because of their uncertain course. It is preferable t...
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Franck Duteille,
Pierre Perrot
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23 February 2012 |
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Suicidal burn in Hong Kong
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.009
Abstract: The aim of our study is to review our experience in the management of patients who sustained burns associated with suicidal attempts over a 10-year period. In particular, we look into the ou...
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R.C. Chan,
A. Burd
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23 February 2012 |
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A potential skin substitute constructed with hEGF gene modified HaCaT cells for treatment of burn wounds in a rat model
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.014
Abstract: This study aimed to investigate the feasibility of using an immortal keratinocyte cell line, HaCaT cells, to effectively deliver epidermal growth factor (EGF) in a skin substitute to treat b...
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Da-hai Hu,
Zhan-feng Zhang,
Yan-gang Zhang,
Wan-fu Zhang,
Hong-tao Wang,
Wei-xia Cai,
Xiao-zhi Bai,
Hua-yu Zhu,
Ji-hong Shi,
Chao-wu Tang
et al.
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23 February 2012 |
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Complex chemical burns following a mass casualty chemical plant incident: How optimal planning and organisation can make a difference
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.010
Abstract: Introduction: Four employees at a chemical plant sustained extensive chemical burns following the explosion of a pipeline containing 100% sulphuric acid. We describe the management of these ...
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Tomás B. O’Neill,
Jeremy Rawlins,
Suzanne Rea,
Fiona Wood
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22 February 2012 |
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The epidemiology of pediatric burns undergoing intensive care in Burn Centre Brno, Czech Republic, 1997–2009
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.021
Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the basic epidemiological characteristics of severely burned children who were admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU), Department of Burns and Recon...
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B. Lipový,
P. Brychta,
N. Gregorová,
Z. Jelínková,
H. Řihová,
I. Suchánek,
Y. Kaloudová,
R. Mager,
H. Krupicová,
A. Martincová
et al.
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22 February 2012 |
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Lycopene inhibits caspase-3 activity and reduces oxidative organ damage in a rat model of thermal injury
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.006
Abstract: Oxidative stress has been implicated in various pathological processes including burn induced multiple organ damage. This study investigated the effects of lycopene treatment against oxidati...
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Özge Çevik,
Rabia Oba,
Çağlar Macit,
Şule Çetinel,
Özlem Tuğçe Çilingir Kaya,
Emre Şener,
Göksel Şener
et al.
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22 February 2012 |
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Distribution of Ambler class A, B and D β-lactamases among Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolates
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.005
Abstract: Objectives: We determined the prevalence rate of classes A, B and D β-lactamases among extended-spectrum cephalosporin (ESC)-non-susceptible Pseudomonas aeruginosa clinical isolates from bur...
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Abdulkader F. Tawfik,
Atef M. Shibl,
Mohamed A. Aljohi,
Musaad A. Altammami,
Mohamed H. Al-Agamy
et al.
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21 February 2012 |
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Characteristics of fatal and hospital admissions for burns in Fiji: A population-based study (TRIP Project-2)
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.11.005
Abstract: Background: Over 95% of burn deaths are estimated to occur in low-and-middle-income countries. However, the epidemiology of burn-related injuries in Pacific Island Countries is unclear. This...
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Mable Taoi,
Iris Wainiqolo,
Berlin Kafoa,
Bridget Kool,
Asilika Naisaki,
Eddie McCaig,
Shanthi Ameratunga
et al.
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20 February 2012 |
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Virtual reality for acute pain reduction in adolescents undergoing burn wound care: A prospective randomized controlled trial
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.11.010
Abstract: Background: Effective pain management remains a challenge for adolescents during conscious burn wound care procedures. Virtual reality (VR) shows promise as a non-pharmacological adjunct in ...
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Belinda Kipping,
Sylvia Rodger,
Kate Miller,
Roy M. Kimble
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20 February 2012 |
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Risk factors of burns among children in Mongolia
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.11.006
Abstract: Burn is one of the leading causes of under-5 childhood injuries. Identification of risk factors and awareness level of caregivers could help reduction of burn-related morbidity. The objectiv...
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Tseren-Ochir Khandarmaa,
Md. Harun-Or-Rashid,
Junichi Sakamoto
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20 February 2012 |
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Characteristics of bloodstream infections in burn patients: An 11-year retrospective study
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.018
Abstract: Aims: The principal aim of this study was to describe infection related characteristics of blood stream infections (BSI) in patients with burns. We sought to determine the organisms that cau...
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Bhavik M. Patel,
Jennifer D. Paratz,
Anthony Mallet,
Jeffrey Lipman,
Michael Rudd,
Michael J. Muller,
David L. Paterson,
Jason A. Roberts
et al.
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20 February 2012 |
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Protective effect of glucose–insulin–potassium (GIK) on intestinal tissues after severe burn in experimental rats
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.015
Abstract: Intestinal barrier damage after scald and burns, other trauma or major operations result in severe intestinal infections that cause serious consequences. Therefore, it is important to develo...
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Zhanke Wang,
Longyan Liu,
Tian Hu,
Wansheng Lei,
Fusheng Wan,
Ping Zhang,
Zhen Wang,
Jinsong Xu,
Haohao Zhu,
Zhongzhen Zhu,
Yang Yang,
Xiaolu Hu,
Linshui Xu,
Shiliang Wang
et al.
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16 February 2012 |
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The effects of splinting on shoulder function in adult burns
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.010
Abstract: Introduction: Exercises are commonly prescribed to improve shoulder range following axillary burns, but the effect of additional splinting is unclear. Aim: To compare splinting and exercise ...
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Alison M. Kolmus,
Anne E. Holland,
Martin J. Byrne,
Heather J. Cleland
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15 February 2012 |
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Burn mortality in Iraq
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.016
Abstract: Mortality rates are important outcome parameters after burn, and can serve as objective end points for quality control. Causes of death after severe burn have changed over time. In a prospec...
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Ari Raheem Qader
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13 February 2012 |
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Ankle dorsiflexion postburn scar contractures: Anatomy and reconstructive techniques
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.029
Abstract: Background: Postburn ankle scar contractures cause functional limitations of all lower extremities and create a serious cosmetic defect, not allowing patients to use normal foot wear, and, t...
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Viktor M. Grishkevich
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10 February 2012 |
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A prospective randomised clinical pilot study to compare the effectiveness of Biobrane® synthetic wound dressing, with or without autologous cell suspension, to the local standard treatment regimen in paediatric scald injuries
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.020
Abstract: Background: Scald is the most common cause of burn in children in Australia. The time taken by the burn wound to heal impacts on scar outcome. Commonly scald injuries are treated conservativ...
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F. Wood,
L. Martin,
D. Lewis,
J. Rawlins,
T. McWilliams,
S. Burrows,
S. Rea
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10 February 2012 |
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Epidemiology of burns throughout the World. Part II: Intentional burns in adults
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.028
Abstract: A significant number of burns and deaths from fire are intentionally wrought. Rates of intentional burns are unevenly distributed throughout the world; India has a particularly high rate in ...
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Michael D. Peck
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10 February 2012 |
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Aromatherapy massage seems to enhance relaxation in children with burns: An observational pilot study
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2012.01.007
Abstract: Objective: This observational pilot study investigated effects of aromatherapy massage in paediatric burn patients. Methods: The setting was a 17 beds level I burn unit in Cape Town, South A...
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Linda-Anne O’Flaherty,
Monique van Dijk,
Rene Albertyn,
Alastair Millar,
Heinz Rode
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06 February 2012 |
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Post burn pruritus—A review of current treatment options
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.003
Abstract: Post burn pruritus is a well recognised symptom in almost all burn patients. Yet, there is insufficient awareness about the etiopathogenesis and a lack of a systematic approach in the assess...
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Jewel Raj Zachariah,
Aravind Lakshmana Rao,
Ratna Prabha,
Ashish Kumar Gupta,
M. Kingsly Paul,
Shashank Lamba
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Review article
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16 January 2012 |
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Issues to address in burn care for ethnic minority children: A qualitative study of the experiences of health care staff
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.007
Abstract: Introduction: Numerous studies have shown that ethnic minority children in the developed world are at greater risk of sustaining burns compared to children from non-ethnic minority backgroun...
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J. Suurmond,
J. Dokter,
N. Van Loey,
M.L. Essink-Bot
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13 January 2012 |
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Skin burns after laser exposure: Histological analysis and predictive simulation
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.006
Abstract: Thermal effects of laser irradiation on skin are investigated in this paper. The main purpose is to determine the damage level induced by a laser exposure. Potential burns induced by two las...
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Nathanaëlle Museux,
Laetitia Perez,
Laurent Autrique,
Diane Agay
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12 January 2012 |
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Evaluation of wound healing activities of kefir products
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.005
Abstract: Kefirs are natural probiotic compounds with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties which were tested in experimental burn injury. Kefir gels were prepared from an extract of continuo...
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Hassan Fallah Huseini,
Golnar Rahimzadeh,
Mohammad Reza Fazeli,
Mitra Mehrazma,
Mitra Salehi
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12 January 2012 |
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Paediatric injuries associated with the use of disposable barbecues: Are we finding ourselves in hot sand?
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.009
Abstract: Aim: To document, describe and raise awareness of a preventable injury associated with the use of disposable barbecues. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study of incidents involving bar...
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Pieter Vermaak,
Mahammed Haj Basheer,
Hussein Taki,
Timothy Burge
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09 January 2012 |
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Post-burn hypertrophic scars are characterized by high levels of IL-1β mRNA and protein and TNF-α type I receptors
DOI: 10.1016/j.burns.2011.12.012
Abstract: Post-burn hypertrophic scars are characterized by increased collagen synthesis and hyperplasia, and may be associated with erythema, pain, dysesthesia, pruritus, and skin border elevation. A...
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Rosa M. Salgado,
Luz Alcántara,
C. Adriana Mendoza-Rodríguez,
Marco Cerbón,
Christian Hidalgo-González,
Patricia Mercadillo,
Luis M. Moreno,
Ricardo Álvarez-Jiménez,
Edgar Krötzsch
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09 January 2012 |