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To analyze burn admissions among geriatric patients, focusing on the patterns and outcomes over three years.

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March 30, 2026Open Access

Geriatric Burn Care, Challenges and Opportunities in a Tertiary Care Centre in North India

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To analyze burn admissions among geriatric patients, focusing on the patterns and outcomes over three years.
Conducted a retrospective analysis of 91 geriatric burn patients admitted between 2021 and 2024
Categorized burn injuries based on total body surface area (TBSA) and sources of burns
Analyzed mortality trends associated with different TBSA categories
Mean patient age was 68 years, with a higher incidence in males (56%)
Bonfire was identified as the leading cause of burns (31 cases)
The highest mortality was observed in patients with 31–50% TBSA (30 cases)
Increasing trend noted in high-TBSA burns over the study period

Abstract

Background: Burn injuries pose unique challenges in geriatric patients due to age-related physiological changes and comorbidities. Aims and Objectives: To analyze geriatric burn admissions (≥60 years), TBSA patterns, sources of burns, and mortality trends over 3 years. Materials and Methods: Retrospective analysis of 91 geriatric burn patients admitted 2021–2024, categorized by TBSA (<30%, 31–50%, 51–70%, 71–100%) and burn sources. Results: Mean age 68 years, male preponderance (56%), bonfire leading cause (31 cases). Highest mortality in 31–50% TBSA (30 cases); increasing trend in high-TBSA burns. Conclusion: Geriatric burns show preventable domestic causes and rising severity; targeted prevention and multidisciplinary care are essential.

Geriatric Burn Care, Challenges and Opportunities in a Tertiary Care Centre in North India

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