Citation

Pegg SP, Jenkins AM. Burns Incl. Therm. Inj. 1987; 13(1): 62-65.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1987, International Society for Burn Injuries, Publisher Wright)

DOI

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PMID

3548910

Abstract

Full skin thickness burns to the scalp involving bone damage are not uncommon. These are mainly caused by electricity, but there are some flame injuries. Investigation of the extent of bone damage by technetium bone scan and the use of CT head scan are recommended. Early closure of the defect using a flap is also recommended, even if wound contamination is present. The results can be very gratifying.

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