The abbreviated burn severity index as a predictor of acute respiratory distress syndrome in young individuals with severe flammable starch-based powder burn

Severe burn injuries require high-cost medical services for serious health issues associated with morbidity, mortality, and rehabilitation [1]. The severity of a burn is mainly related to its total body surface area (TBSA) and the lesion depth. Severe burn injury is also associated with inhalation injury, which is also a risk factor of mortality [2]. Moreover, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in patients with critically ill burns commonly leads to mortality [3]. Pneumonia and inflammation are the major causes of ARDS in patients with burns.
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research