Comparative study of conventional and topical heparin treatment in second degree burn patients for burn analgesia and wound healing

Second degree or partial thickness burns (PTB) are difficult to diagnose and treat. They are further divided into superficial partial thickness burns (SPTB) and deep partial thickness burns (DPTB) depending upon the extent of dermal involvement. SPTB and DPTB burns differ in appearance, ability to heal, and potential need for excision and skin grafting [1]. Clinical judgment remains the most reliable method for diagnosing these burns. Recently the introduction of laser Doppler imaging has improved burn care by accurate assessment of burn depth [2,3].
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research