Challenges of Electric Burns in Bangladesh: Chaos to Structure Tanveer Ahmed Abstract Biography Dr. Tanveer Ahmed is a Plastic Surgeon in Dhaka, Bangladesh. His qualification is MBBS, FCPS (Plastic Surgery), FACS (USA), CMEd. He is a Associate Professor in the...
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“Little Bump” a story of hope and resilience Rebecca Schrale1, Emma Baker 1, 1Royal Hobart Hospital, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Abstract “Little Bump” by Emma Baker is a special book with a sensitive portrayal of the Burns Survivors journey from admission...
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Managing burns in a low resource hospital setting: experiences from Fiji, and the first Pacific Islands Novasorb BTM trial Scott Buadromo Abstract Biography Dr Vuetavou Scott Buadromo is a Principal Medical Officer (General Surgery) at the Labasa Hospital in Fiji,...
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Treatment of Paediatric Hand and Foot Burns; Literature Review and State-wide Burn Service Analysis Wiktor Pilch1, Rebecca Schrale1, Andrew Castley1, Fiona Orr1, 1Tasmanian Burns Unit, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Abstract Burns are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality among children....
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Tissue explant (ex-vivo) models to reproduce burn injuries, streamlining pre-clinical treatment strategies Wiktor Pilch1, Ainslie Derrick-Roberts1, Allison Cowin1, Xanthie Strudwick1, 1Future Industries Institute – University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia Abstract Burns are a common injury sustained in...
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Vicarious Trauma in Burns: Prevalence, Impact, and Management Strategies in Australian Healthcare Wiktor Pilch1, Andrew Castley1, 1Tasmanian Burns Unit, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Abstract Vicarious trauma is a significant occupational hazard for healthcare providers who care for burn patients. The emotional...
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Management of Pruritus in Burns: Understanding Contributing Factors and Future Perspectives Wiktor Pilch1, Rebecca Schrale1, Andrew Castley1, 1Tasmanian Burns Unit, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Abstract Pruritus is a common and distressing symptom experienced by burn patients throughout their recovery process. Understanding...
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Environmental Impact of Burns Dressing Waste on Patients in Australia: A Critical Analysis Wiktor Pilch1, Andrew Castley1, 1Tasmanian Burns Unit, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Abstract This presentation examines the environmental implications associated with burns dressing waste in Australia. Burns dressings play...
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The Application of Artificial Intelligence In The Assessment of Burn Injuries Ching Clarise Lam1, Ernest Tay1, Cheng Hean Lo2, 1Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia2Victorian Adult Burns Service, The Alfred, Melbourne, VIC, Australia Abstract Introduction Burn injuries may be difficult to...
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“The Bachelor’s Handbag” Burn – A tale of caution Lucinda Van de Ven1, Darren Molony1, Linda Quinn1, 1Women’s And Children’s Hospital, Adelaide, SA, Australia Abstract Background ‘The bachelor’s handbag’ is a colloquial term for a takeaway roast/barbeque chicken. It comes...
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