The association of patient and burn characteristics with itching and pain severity

ConclusionPain and itch after burn injuries are predicted by slightly different variables, presumably secondary to different underlying mechanisms. We conclude that age, sex (female), extent of burn injuries (total body surface area %), and injuries to the face/neck predict itching of greater severity. Patients with burn injuries that match these parameters would require greater care and closer follow up to reduce itching after healing.

Source: Burns - January 25, 2019 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research