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A case of burn evisceration with full-thickness injury to abdominal wall, bowel, bladder, and three extremities.

Davit ShahmanyanMatthew T JoyBryan R CollierEmily R FaulksMark E Hamill
Published in: Surgical case reports (2021)
Severe electrical burns can be associated with devastating visceral injuries in rare cases. Though uncommon, these injuries are associated with very high mortality rates. The authors assert that rapid evaluation and initial stabilization following ATLS guidelines, damage-control laparotomy, and goal-directed resuscitation in concert with transfer to a major burn center are essential in effecting a successful outcome in these challenging cases.
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