Burn Treatment in Delhi

Burn Treatment in Delhi

When someone has a burn injury, their emotions can range from despair to hopelessness. There is a possibility that they will experience great sadness as well as physical pain. Therefore it is very important to have an understanding of the various recovery or repair processes for burn injuries and when to seek proper medical assistance, but first and foremost the recovery process starts before you get injured.

To achieve the best outcome and recovery from a burn injury, it is important to have a plan that emphasizes the ability to regain mobility post-injury, reduce scar formation, and return to normal functioning once healed. This commitment is what patients can expect from Dr Anup Dhir, who specializes in treating burn victims. By utilising cutting-edge medical advancements, coupled with his extensive clinical knowledge, Dr Dhir has created a practice that focuses on restoring functional capabilities of burn victims and helping them become productive citizens. Trust is the first step in recovering from any traumatic event, including burn injuries in Delhi; the second step is becoming informed about your options as soon as you or a family member has suffered from this accident.

What Are Burn Injuries and Why Is Specialized Treatment in Delhi Necessary?

Burns are classified into degrees established by the extent of penetration into the body's different thicknesses of tissues. Because major burns require quick, coordinated care from multiple specialists, these specialist facilities become essential in giving the burn victim timely access to appropriate Burn Treatment in Delhi.

The treatment of burn injuries will vary dramatically based on the degree of burning sustained. There are three classifications used in determining the necessary type of treatment for burn injuries:

First Degree (Superficial):

• Only the top layer of tissue (Epidermis) is affected.
• Symptoms: Redness, tenderness to touch, dryness, no blisters. An example of this burn would be mild sunburn.
• Treatment: Typically will heal on its own in about 1 week, and will have no impact on the tissue. Generally will be treated with first-aid and/or soothing lotion.

Second Degree (Partial Thickness):

• Affected: The complete (full) Epidermis and part of the Dermis.
• Symptoms: Redness, pain, blister formation, swelling, and a "wet" appearance.
• Treatment: Minor second-degree burns may heal in 2-3 weeks with proper wound dressing, but larger or more critical burn sites (face, hands, or major joint areas) require immediate medical care to avoid complications from infection or scarring.

Burns are classified by degree 1st degree (superficial partial thickness), 2nd degree (deep partial thickness) and 3rd degree (full thickness) burns. All burns require immediate and appropriate first aid. First Aid is very important in order to minimise the extent of the injury and also prevent possible infections.

• 1ST DEGREE BURN (SURFACE) - Usually has a pink color that is slightly elevated and usually occurs to an extent where it lasts 2-3 days and will not disrupt the body's protein stores. Will usually heal within 3-6 days without any further treatment.
• 2ND DEGREE BURN (DEEP PARTIAL THICKNESS) - Usually bright red and painful with clear blisters, swelling and possible scarring. Usually heals within 2 to 4 weeks, may leave residual scarring.
• 3RD DEGREE BURN (FULL THICK-OVERLAID BURN) - Usually appears dry, leathery and white or tan with no pain change normally after 1 week of injury, loss of sensation. The area will not heal itself and require hospitalisation and fluid resuscitation, often needing surgical intervention (skin graft) at some point in time.
• 4TH DEGREE BURN (DAMAGE BOTH MUSCLE-BONE) - Extend completely through muscle and bone, in the most severe burn there will usually not be any sensation in the area because of nerve ending destruction.

Do you need specialized, immediate burn evaluation? Contact Dr. Anup Dhir’s office now to secure expert care and minimize scarring risk.

What should be done in case of a burn injury?

For someone who has been burned, it is imperative that immediate and correctly administered first-aid is performed to minimise the extent of the injury and to reduce the chance of infection. The steps for providing immediate first-aid are as follows:

• Eliminate the source of heat - If someone has been burned with an electrical source, DO NOT TOUCH THEM! First turn off the power supply before you touch them. If someone has received chemical burns, it is recommended to gently brush off any excess chemical in order to prevent further penetration of the chemical into the skin before flushing out the burn with plenty of cool running water.
• Cool the Burn - It is advisable to use cool running water, not cold or dry ice, positioned directly onto the burn site for 10-20 minutes immediately after the initial injury occurs.- Tissue Damage and Pain Reduction with Cooling: Cooling helps reduce tissue damage/pain; however, do not use ice/iced water/butter/toothpaste or any grease-like substance on burns.
• Remove Tight Clothing, Jewellery, Rings and Belts As Soon As Possible: You should remove any tight-fitting clothes, jewellery (such as rings), belts, etc., very quickly near a burnt area since burnt tissue will swell quickly. Don't try to remove clothing stuck to the skin because that can cause it to bleed or reinjure it.
• Cover the Burn Area Loosely: After you cool the burn, cover the affected area with a sterile pad/clean clear material (such as cling film or clean cloth), which can be kept loosely wrapped over the affected area to help prevent infection and exposure to air.
• Immediate Medical Attention Needed: If a burn is bigger than palm size, third-degree, or on your face/hands/feet/major joints; you will need to seek urgent medical assistance in Delhi.

If you need specialized, immediate burn evaluation? Contact Dr. Anup Dhir’s office now to secure expert care and minimize scarring risk.

What Burn Treatment Options Are Available in Delhi?
Delhi has advanced centres for Burn Treatment in Delhi that offer complete care for both infected wounds, healing processes and return to function (ie: emo pain).

Acute Wound Management: Debridement of a wound is the removal of necrotic/dead or infected tissue (eschar) from either a surgical or non-surgical method. Debridement is important to eliminate the potential for infection while also preparing a proper wound for healing and grafts.

Modern wound care uses advanced materials specifically designed for healing various degrees of moisture and depth (i.e., Alginates and hydrogels). These types of dressings allow the wound to heal more readily while also decreasing discomfort and changing the dressings often.

The practice of negative pressure (NPWT) wounds (commonly referred to as "Wound Vac") creates a vacuum which removes excess fluid, decreases individual swelling, and increases overall circulation/blood flow to stimulate healthy tissue growth (as in the case with complex/non-healing wounds).

A temporary biological dressing (also called a skin substitute) will assist patients with very large burn injuries (from a donor site such as the thigh or buttocks, as the donor site would be a high-quality skin area for rapid coverage of large burn surfaces) in preparing to have their wound covered until a skin graft has been performed on the burn area cool during the initial graft site.

Skin grafts are a critical surgical option for the closure of deep second and third-degree burned areas. Skin is obtained from the unaffected body area (most commonly from areas where the donor skin is hidden under clothing and/or fat such as the thigh or buttocks) and transplanted onto the burned area. A split-thickness skin graft or STSG covers the burn with the epidermis and superficial area of skin. This type of graft allows for quicker coverage of the burned area versus allowing full thickness to heal slowly. However, a split-thickness graft will make a scar visible.

Full-Thickness Skin Grafts (FTSG): This graft uses the entire thickness of the skin, including the epidermis and dermis. A full-thickness graft provides a better cosmetic outcome in terms of color matching, texture, and pliability in smaller surfaces.

Full-thickness skin grafts are generally used when more cosmetic improvement is desired and is possible on smaller surfaces such as the hands or face.

Mesh Skin Grafting: When large areas have been burned, a small piece of skin can be converted into a perforated sheet where the skin has been passed through a mesher machine. The mesh is able to cover a much larger surface area than the original piece of skin, however; the grid-like or mesh pattern may still be visible after the healing process.

What Is the Role of Plastic Surgery in the Long-Term Burn Rehabilitation Process?
Plastic surgeons play an important role in providing reconstructive surgery after burn injuries. Their emphasis is placed on improving the functional and aesthetic aspects of burned areas for years after the initial injury has occurred.

• Contracture Release: Deep burns typically cause scarring on the burned area. This contracture is formed due to the tight, swollen nature of the burn scar, limiting movement in the joints (elbow, neck, hand) of the affected person. A reconstructive surgeon will release the contracture scar to allow for a full range of motion.
• Scar Reconstruction Techniques: Scar reconstruction is often done using a variety of different techniques by surgeons to treat burned scar areas.
• Z-Plasty: A frequent method for extending and repositioning the scar to enhance its aesthetic appeal and relieve minimal amounts of pressure.
• Tissue Expansion: A process that involves inserting a balloon-shaped expander beneath the neighbouring well-known skin and will progressively stretch the surrounding skin over a period ranging from weeks to several months, thereby creating a surplus amount of additional skin. The newly formed healthy skin is then employed to replace the damaged area as it closely resembles the original skin with regard to colour and texture.
• Flap Surgery (Free Flaps): If there is a deep, complicated defect that has caused damage to bones or tendons, then a free flap can be microsurgically transferred from either the foot or the arm with the blood vessels still intact.

What Does the Multidisciplinary Long-Term Burn Recovery Program Involve?
Rehabilitation services (PHYSIO, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, COUNSELING) are an important aspect of burn treatment. Physical rehabilitation services along with splinting are essential to preserve as much range of motion as possible after surgery and minimise possible re-injury by contracture. Reconstructive surgeons often see the patient for multiple surgical procedures and develop long-term working relationships throughout this span.

• Check Team Credentials: Ensure the center has an established team of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons who specialize in burn care, along with support staff like specialized burn nurses, physiotherapists, and nutritionists.
• Availability of Advanced Facilities: The chosen center should offer access to advanced treatment modalities like negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and the facility to perform immediate skin grafting (acute burn surgery) and delayed reconstructive surgery.

Struggling with post-burn stiffness or scarring? Call Dr. Anup Dhir today to discuss advanced reconstructive options and functional restoration.

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