Prevention of Infections Associated with Combat-Related Burn Injuries

Abstract

Burns are a very real component of combat-related injuries, and infections are the leading cause of mortality in burn casualties. The prevention of infection in the burn casualty transitioning from the battlefield to definitive care provided at the burn center is critical in reducing overall morbidity and mortality. This review highlights evidence-based medicine recommendations using military and civilian data to provide the most comprehensive, up-to-date management strategies for initial care of burned combat casualties. Areas of emphasis include antimicrobial prophylaxis, debridement of devitalized tissue, topical antimicrobial therapy, and optimal time to wound coverage. This evidence-based medicine review was produced to support the Guidelines for the Prevention of Infections Associated With Combat-Related Injuries: 2011 Update contained in this supplement of Journal of Trauma.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2011
Accession Number
ADA618959

Entities

People

  • Evan M. Renz
  • Jeffery R. Saffle
  • Kevin K Chung
  • Laurie C. D'avignon
  • Leopoldo C. Cancio

Organizations

  • United States Army Institute of Surgical Research

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Bacterial Infections
  • Bandages
  • Burns
  • Debridement
  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Drug Abuse
  • Fungi
  • Health Services
  • Infection
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Medicine
  • Patient Care
  • Wound Infections
  • Wounds And Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Neurotrauma and Rehabilitation Medicine.
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Trauma Surgery or Emergency Medicine.