A retrospective analysis of 1083 Turkish patients with serious burns

A comparison of the morbidity and mortality of tandir burns and non-tandir burns: experience in two centers

“…[5] Sex and age are linked with developmental and behavioral patterns, and are important determinants of risk for serious burn injury. [10,11] van Rijn et al [12] reviewed the literature on the causes of burns in developed countries, and they found that the incidence of burn injury was much higher in children under four years of age. During our research, we also determined that tandir burns are most frequent among women and young children.…”

Hot milk burns in children: a crucial issue among 764 scaldings

“…Burns carry considerable morbidity and mortality risks, and are one of the leading death causes in the pediatric population. [1] Scalding is a well-known leading burn cause among children, and children under six years of age are more prone to scalding. [2] In the literature, almost all burns regarding liquids are found under the same title, as scalding.…”

Epidemiologic Evaluation of Patients with Major Burns and Recommendations for Fighting with Burns

“…In addition, survivors often suffer from disfiguring and disabling scar, psychological trauma, and loss of productive years. Many epidemiologic studies about burns are available in Turkey, [2,10,11,13] with the primary aim of developing a burn profile and promoting prevention.…”

“…Treatment and follow-up of patients with major burns are done carefully in newly established burn units. [10,11] The Burn Unit of the Konya Research and Training Hospital was established in 2008 in central Anatolia. With 13 beds, it serves approximately 3 million individuals.…”