Burn
Tissue injury caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, radiation or friction, with severity determined by depth, extent and location.
Within dermatology and wound care, Burn has a distinct meaning that helps clinicians communicate a particular aspect of diagnosis, disease behavior, body function or treatment.
The manifestations linked with burn depend on the affected tissue and underlying mechanism, ranging from mild or asymptomatic changes to clinically important dysfunction.
To clarify burn, clinicians select investigations according to the suspected mechanism; these may include blood or urine tests, imaging, endoscopy, tissue sampling, physiological measurements or specialist assessment.
Management of burn is directed at its cause and clinical impact, with options potentially including observation, preventive measures, medicines, procedures, rehabilitation, surgery or multidisciplinary treatment.
Because burn can have different implications in different patients, a clinician should interpret the finding alongside examination results, investigations and relevant risk factors.
The manifestations linked with burn depend on the affected tissue and underlying mechanism, ranging from mild or asymptomatic changes to clinically important dysfunction.
To clarify burn, clinicians select investigations according to the suspected mechanism; these may include blood or urine tests, imaging, endoscopy, tissue sampling, physiological measurements or specialist assessment.
Management of burn is directed at its cause and clinical impact, with options potentially including observation, preventive measures, medicines, procedures, rehabilitation, surgery or multidisciplinary treatment.
Because burn can have different implications in different patients, a clinician should interpret the finding alongside examination results, investigations and relevant risk factors.
This information is for general awareness only and is not medical advice. Consult a doctor for any health concern.