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The article discusses a study on the treatment of burns with a zone of statis through the experimental models on rates with the therapeutic use of antithrombotics, anticoagulants, anti-inflammatories drugs investigation. The method studied the effect of the melatonin use on the zone of statis. The surgery were based on the parameters of edema, congestion and vascular proliferation, which were compared and concluded with a significant medical outcome.

Malharbe'nin kalsifiye epitelyoması olarakta bilinen pilomatriksoma kıl folikülünden kaynaklanan nadir, selim bir deri tümörüdür. En sık baş boyun bölgesinde yerleşim göstermektedir. Kadın/erkek oranı 3/2'dir. Derin subkutan yerleşim gösterir ve hayatın ilk iki dekadında ortaya çıkar. Çapı 0,5 cm ile 3 cm arasında değişmektedir. Birden fazla lezyon görülmesi nadirdir. Histopatolojik olarak bazoloid hücreler ve gölge hücreler ile karakterizedir. Perforan (ekzofitik) tipi nadir bir klinik varyanttır. Tedavisi cerrahi eksizyondur. Olgumuz pilomatriksomanın az rastlanan bir klinik varyantına dikkat çekmek amacıyla sunulmuştur. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background: Hand burn trauma occurs quite commonly and the outcome of hand burns can significantly impact self-care daily function, work and employment, leisure activities, and overall health-related quality of life. The overall goal of the management of hand burn trauma is to optimize hand function. Rehabilitation and restoration of hand function are critical for the patient's independence and re-integration into society and work. The purpose of this study is to present our experience with 105 hand burn trauma patients admitted and treated in our burn center and to show the efficacy of early rehabilitation on their ability to return to their prior social life and work., Methods: In our study, we included that 105 patients with acute severe hand burn trauma were hospitalized in Gulhane burn center between 2017 and 2021. They underwent rehabilitation program daily sessions. Patients with hand burns are evaluated by ranges of motions (ROM), grip strength, Cochin Hand Function Scale (CHFS), and Michigan Hand Questionnaire (MHQ) 12 months after the injury., Results: Overall, mean digital total active motion were >180°. The mean values for grip strength of dominant hand for men were 27.2±9.3 kg, for women were 22.0±8.8 kg and non-dominant hand for men were 24.05±13.8 kg, for women were 17.8±10.3 kg. Total score of 5 items was 19.0 in CHFS. The mean overall score on the MHQ was 62.3±27.4. All obtained data were within normal or accepted functional ranges. Spearman correlation coefficient indicates a negative correlation between MHQ and CHFS (p≤0.01)., Conclusion: A comprehensive rehabilitation program is essential in helping patients to regain optimal function after hand burn trauma. Physiotherapy and occupational therapy is most beneficial when started at the time of admission.

Background: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has an added dimension to the armamentarium of treating complicated chronic wounds. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of HBOT on chronic wounds when combined with fresh and frozen platelet-rich plasma (PRP)., Methods: Rats were divided into two main groups containing 18 rats in each group as HBOT received and non-received. Each group was divided into three subgroups as Group 1: Control, Group 2: Fresh, and Group 3: Frozen PRP applied. For PRP preparation, 10 rats were used. Histologic parameters including fibroblast, collagen fibers, lymphocytes, and vessels were evaluated by Clemex Vision Lite 3.5; wound sizes were evaluated by ImageJ digital analyzing program., Results: In HBOT received group, the number of fibroblasts, collagen fibers, lymphocytes, and vessels in all fresh and frozen PRP applied and control subgroups were significantly higher than hyperbaric oxygen non-received group (p<0.05). In HBOT received group, wound surface area measurement values of control, fresh, and frozen PRP applied groups at 5-10-15 days were lower than HBOT non-received group., Conclusion: HBOT accelerates wound healing when combined with both fresh and frozen PRP. Frozen PRP is as effective as fresh form to be considered as an alternative in clinical setting.

Background: Studies aimed at recovering the zone of stasis are one of the major issues of experimental burn studies. Many drugs including antithrombotics, anticoagulants, anti-inflammatories have been investigated experimentally for saving the zone of stasis. In this study, the effect of the systemic melatonin on the zone of stasis was evaluated., Methods: Twenty Wistar Albino rats were used in the study. Rats were assigned to two groups (n=10). The metal comb 1x2 cm in size was immersed in boiling water and held for 20 seconds on the back of the rats to create burn wounds.No treatment was given to the control group. Melatonin was given at a dose of 10 mg/kg/d by intraperitoneal injection in the treatment group for 7 days. Daily digital photographs of both groups were obtained. Total necrotic burn areas and the zone of stasis were assessed with Auto CAD and Visual Analyzing computer programs. At the end of one week, rats were sacrificed and skin biopsies were taken for histological examination. Edema, congestion, inflammatory infiltration, vascular proliferation and fibrosis were the parameters evaluated. Data were evaluated statistically by Chi-square test and Student-t test, Results: When histopatologic data and the measured values for total necrotic areas and zone of stasis of the experimental group werecompared to control group, the results were statistically significant (p<0.05)., Conclusion: According to the results of this study, melatonin is efficient in saving the zone of stasis in burns.

Chemical burns account for a small percentage of admissions to burn units. Wet cement is a poorly recognized cause of chemical burn. As the construction industry is growing, individuals will likely have more contact with this material and be more prone to its harmful effects. Wet cement can cause severe full-thickness burns with prolonged contact, but this property is not well known among professional users. The lack of information about the potential hazards of wet cement makes it an important problem that must be considered more seriously as a risk factor for chemical burn. Increasing public knowledge of the necessary preventive measures is crucial for avoiding this type of chemical burn injury. Here, we report a case with full-thickness burn that occurred while working with wet cement without proper protection.