Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 7: Complications of Pediatric Multi-Organ Trauma and Other Injuries (Drowning, Burns)
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Burns: epidemiology

  • 1/3 of people seeking care for acute burns in the US each year are < 18 years
  • The highest injury incidence occurs in children <6 years
  • Burns are a leading cause of death among children
  • Flame is the most common injury mechanism, followed by scalds
Photo of burn (one)
Photo of burn (two)
Module 7: Complications of Pediatric Multi-Organ Trauma and Other Injuries (Drowning, Burns)