Burn center
Burn Center
A Burn Center (pronounced: /bərn ˈsɛntər/) is a specialized healthcare facility that provides comprehensive, specialized treatment for patients with severe burns.
Etymology
The term "Burn Center" is derived from the English words "burn," which refers to an injury to the skin or other organic tissue primarily caused by heat or radiation, and "center," which refers to a place or facility dedicated to a particular activity or function.
Definition
A Burn Center is a type of medical facility that specializes in the treatment and care of patients who have suffered severe burns. This includes not only the initial treatment of the burn itself, but also the ongoing care and rehabilitation of the patient. Burn Centers often have a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including surgeons, nurses, psychologists, and physical therapists, who work together to provide comprehensive care for the patient.
Related Terms
- Burn: An injury to the skin or other organic tissue primarily caused by heat or radiation.
- Trauma Center: A hospital equipped and staffed to provide comprehensive emergency medical services to patients suffering traumatic injuries.
- Rehabilitation: The process of helping a person who has suffered an illness or injury restore lost skills and regain maximum self-sufficiency.
- Skin Graft: A type of surgical procedure that involves removing skin from one area of the body and moving it, or transplanting it, to a different area of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Burn center
- Wikipedia's article - Burn center
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