Role of Nail Filer Assisted Dermabrasion in Scald Burns


Year : 2024 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 03 | Page : 6-10
    By

    Venkatesh P,

  • Prof Dr Ravi Kumar Chittoria,

  • Bharat Prakash Reddy J,

  1. Junior resident, Department of General Surgery Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, India
  2. Professor, Registrar (Academic) & Head of IT Wing and Telemedicine, Department of Plastic Surgery & Telemedicine Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, India
  3. Senior Resident, Department of Plastic Surgery Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, India

Abstract

Deep second-degree and full-thickness burns tend to heal slowly and often result in scarring. To encourage proper healing, deep dermal burns need to be treated early with tangential excision and skin grafting. While superficial burns, which affect only the epidermis and upper dermal layers, can often be managed with wound irrigation, debridement, and basic wound care, deeper burns that extend into the lower dermal layers and beyond typically require more intensive treatment, such as tangential excision and grafting. Dermabrasion, a mechanical exfoliation technique, has been widely used for treating acne scars, traumatic injuries, and cosmetic skin resurfacing due to its effectiveness in stimulating the regeneration of new skin. When performed early in the course of wound management, dermabrasion is associated with improved outcomes such as reduced infection risks and accelerated healing by removing dead tissue and stimulating blood flow to the affected area. In this case, a novel approach was employed using a nail filer as an adjunct tool for dermabrasion-assisted debridement, further enhancing wound healing by providing precise, controlled removal of damaged tissue.

Keywords: dermabrasion, wound healing, scald burns, burns, nail filer.

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : Journal of Surgery ]

How to cite this article:
Venkatesh P, Prof Dr Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Bharat Prakash Reddy J. Role of Nail Filer Assisted Dermabrasion in Scald Burns. Research & Reviews : Journal of Surgery. 2024; 13(03):6-10.
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Venkatesh P, Prof Dr Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Bharat Prakash Reddy J. Role of Nail Filer Assisted Dermabrasion in Scald Burns. Research & Reviews : Journal of Surgery. 2024; 13(03):6-10. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjos/article=2024/view=184877


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Volume 13
Issue 03
Received 28/08/2024
Accepted 13/10/2024
Published 18/11/2024
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