CC CJM | Burns

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Opublikowano: 2026-10-05

Burn Classification & TBSA Assessment Burn severity depends on depth, extent (TBSA), location, and patient risk factors[1]. Depth is classified as partial-thickness (epidermal/dermal; painful, red, blistered) or full-thickness (dermal destruction, painless, leathery eschar, visible thrombosed vessels)[2]. TBSA is estimated using the Rule of Nines for adults or the Lund-Browder chart for children[6]. Referral to a burn center is indicated for partial-thickness burns >10% TBSA, chemical/electrical burns, inhalation injury, or burns of the face, hands, feet, genitalia, perineum, or joints[7]. Face, neck, and circumferential torso burns threaten ventilation[8]. Circumferential limb burns impair perfusion, requiring escharotomy[8][9]. Emergent Phase Pathophysiology...