POST BURNS CONTRACTURES: OVERVIEW AND MANAGEMENT

Dr. Monali Makadia, Dr. Richa Patel

Abstract


Post burns contractures increase the morbidity of burns victims severely. There are various functional, rehabilitation, and aesthetic concerns.
Prevention of post burns scars and contractures is extremely important, however these cases are very common. This article highlights the
indications and need for surgical correction as well as their outcomes.


Keywords


Burns, Post burns contractures, release.

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