Study of Burn Injuries in Punjab, India
Author Information
Author(s): Gupta Ashok K, Uppal Sanjeev, Garg Ramneesh, Gupta Ashish, Ranabir
Primary Institution: Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
Hypothesis
To analyze the causes, demographic and socio-cultural aspects, and the magnitude of burn injuries prospectively and to evaluate the outcome of treatment of patients admitted to burns ICU of tertiary care hospital.
Conclusion
India needs an aggressive public education program to increase awareness about burn prevention and improve access to burn care hospitals.
Supporting Evidence
- 40% of patients died during their hospital stay, with the majority having severe burns.
- 72% of burns occurred in closed spaces, primarily in kitchens.
- Most common cause of burns was flame, accounting for 72% of cases.
Takeaway
This study looked at burn injuries in India and found that many people get hurt in their homes, especially in kitchens, and that education about fire safety is really important.
Methodology
Retrospective case series study conducted on 892 burn patients over a 6 year period.
Limitations
Regional bias since the study includes patients predominantly from northern India; delay in admission and prevalence of anemia in burn victims was not analyzed.
Participant Demographics
54% males, 46% females; majority aged 15-45 years; predominantly Hindus and Sikhs.
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