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In this review, the authors discuss the use of laser photothermolysis and laser resurfacing in the management of hypertrophic burn scars. They provide details regarding preoperative selection, intraoperative decision making,…

Burns and trauma cause superficial and deep soft tissue wounds that cannot heal to the preinjury state. Healing requires cell proliferation and differentiation into the injured tissue type, laying down…

This article describes pathophysiology of burn injury–related pain and the basic principles of burn pain management. The focus is on concepts of perioperative and periprocedural pain management with extensive discussion…

Rehabilitation of patients with burn injuries aims to restore strength, coordination, and mobility as closely to normal as possible and should begin immediately after initial admission. In the acute phase,…

This article summarizes current interventions for several of the most common challenges faced by patients during their rehabilitation from burn injury. These challenges include range of motion preservation through scar…

This article summarizes current interventions for several of the most common challenges faced by patients during their rehabilitation from burn injury. These include preservation of range of motion through scar…

Patients with complex burn injuries require interdisciplinary rehabilitation to maximize their functional recovery. Successful rehabilitation from burn injuries starts with addressing the loss of the protective, mechanical, and cosmetic function…

CLINICS IN PLASTIC SURGERY www.plasticsurgery.theclinics.com October 2017 • Volume 44 • Number 4 Related posts: Rehabilitation in the Acute Versus Outpatient Setting Principles of Burn Pain Management The Use of…

The article summarizes the available evidence regarding clinical decision making in breast reconstruction from the patient perspective of satisfaction and health-related quality of life. A review of generic and specific…