Are burns a chronic condition? Examining patient reported outcomes up to 20 years after burn injury—A Burn Model System National Database investigation

CONCLUSION Burn survivors' physical and mental health and satisfaction with life worsened over time up to 20 years after injury. Results strongly suggest that future studies should focus on long-term follow-up where clinical interventions may be necessary. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Prognostic and Epidemiologic; Level III.
Source: The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: INDEPENDENT SUBMISSIONS Source Type: research