Post burn pruritus in pediatric burn patients

Burns are a major public health concern, in particular in the developing world. Over 95% of fatal burn injuries occur in low- and middle-income countries [1]. While flame injuries are the main cause of burns in the adult population, children and especially toddlers are at higher risk of hot water burns. These burns account for approximately 5% of all burn deaths but account for a much higher proportion of non-fatal burns [2,3]. The survivors have to cope with problems such as disfigurements and pruritus (itch).

Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - March 18, 2018 Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Sophie Maria Pierrette Nieuwendijk, Iris Johanne de Korte, Mereille Marren Pursad, Monique van Dijk, Heinz Rode Source Type: research