Vol. 12, Special Issue 12 (2023)

Author(s):
Dr. Rahul Paul and Dr. Basanta Saikia

Abstract:
Burns are severe forms of injury characterized by fatal health consequences associated with morbidity and mortality in animal population since primordial time. Burn related shock and infection are main causes of death in major burn patients. Management of burn patient is a complex process and requires a lot of therapeutic and managemental efforts. Complete cure of a patient requires a long term care and management plan. Different aspects of management like fluid resuscitation, wound management, prevention of infection, pain management and nutritional support during wound healing should be optimum for the survival of the patient.