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Citation

Lloyd ECO, Michener M, Williams MS. Am. Fam. Physician 2012; 85(9): 25-32.

Affiliation

Saint Louis University Family Medicine Residency Program, Belleville, Illinois 62220, USA. emillia.lloyd@us.af.mil

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, American Academy of Family Physicians)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

22774270

Abstract

Most burn injuries can be managed on an outpatient basis by primary care physicians. Prevention efforts can significantly lower the incidence of burns, especially in children. Burns should be managed in the same manner as any other trauma, including a primary and secondary survey. Superficial burns can be treated with topical application of lotions, honey, aloe vera, or antibiotic ointment. Partial-thickness burns should be treated with a topical antimicrobial agent or an absorptive occlusive dressing to help reduce pain, promote healing,and prevent wound desiccation. Topical silver sulfadiazine is the standard treatment; however, newer occlusive dressings can provide faster healing and are often more cost-effective. Physicians must reevaluate patients frequently after a burn injury and be aware of the indications for referral to a burn specialist.


Language: en

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