Characterization of burns victims treated at a burn therapy unit

Introduction: Burn wounds can result from a heat source, exposure to certain chemicals, or a high level of electricity. To assess the severity of the injury and determine appropriate treatment for the affected area, calculating the extent of burns is crucial in establishing the degree of impairment and guiding treatment decisions. There are various ways for an individual to sustain severe burns, and it’s evident that individuals with more severe burns face a higher likelihood of mortality, infections, or the development of permanent physical injuries. As such, both pre- hospital and in-hospital care are of utmost importance to enhance a patient’s chances and quality of life. Purpose: To demonstrate the significance of addressing the challenges and providing care for burn victims who suffered burns affecting more than 20% of their body in the year 2022 among adults. The study aims to identify the different degrees, extent, and agents of burns in these patients through electronic medical records, highlighting the importance of pre-hospital and in-hospital interventions. Materials and Methods: This research was conducted at the Burn Therapy Unit (BTU) of Hospital Padre Albino in Catanduva. Materials and Methods: This research was conducted at the Burn Therapy Unit (BTU) of Hospital Padre Albino in Catanduva municipality. The study aimed to analyze the records of burn victims who suffered burns covering over 20% of their body in 2022 among adults, to identify the various degrees, extent, and agents of burns. The study emphasizes the significance of both pre-hospital and in-hospital care for burn patients. Reference in the state of São Paulo for patients with burns who require especificar hospital care. The study participants consist of electronic medical records of patients who received treatment at the Burn Therapy Unit (BTU) of Hospital Padre Albino in the year 2022. The study focuses on individuals aged 18 and above, with burns covering more than 20% of their body. Data collection and the study took place between July and August, approved by the Ethics Committee under protocol number 6.151.063. The following variables will be considered: gender; age; length of hospitalization; procedures performed and their quantity; presence or absence of complications; burned body area; causal agent of the burn; patient's origin; burn date; admission date; burned region; burn cause (accidental, assault, or self-inflicted); burn degree; ICU indication; comorbidities; and deaths. This study will exclude medical records of patients under 18 years of age or those not admitted to the Burn Therapy Unit but treated and released from the emergency department. Results: 38 patients with burns covering over 20% of their body were identified.Considerations: Evaluating burn treatment is of utmost importance to understand the extent of the problem, identify priority areas for intervention, and guide effective actions for prevention and appropriate treatment.