Burns of the hand. Thermal, chemical, and electrical. Emergency medicine clinics of North America. [Emerg Med Clin North Am] Journal article

Title	Burns of the hand. Thermal, chemical, and electrical.
Author(s)	Hentz VR
Source	Emerg Med Clin North Am 1985 May; 3(2):391-403.
MeSH	Bacterial Infections Burns Burns, Chemical Burns, Electric Cicatrix Edema Emergencies Hand Injuries Humans Infant Physical Therapy Modalities
Abstract	The principles of emergency management of the burned hand include early estimate of the depth of injury; prevention of unnecessary post-burn sequelae, such as edema formation and joint stiffness; and measures to ensure prompt healing of the wound. A successful outcome requires correct splinting interspersed with early active motion, control of infection with frequent dressing changes, and early referral to a hand surgeon if the wound cannot be expected to heal by two weeks.
Language	eng
Pub Type(s)	Journal Article
PubMed ID	3996305

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