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To examine the cooling properties of a variety of ‘everyday’ hot liquids within the context of scald injuries in the United Kingdom.The temperature of common hot liquids, including water, tea, coffee and various other liquids (i.e. takeaway coffees, “Indian tea”, chicken curries, hot milk and oil) were recorded over a time period, using digital cooking thermometers.Minimal difference was detected...
Helicopter emergency medical services play a valuable role in the transfer of critically ill patients. This paper reviews the role of air ambulance services in the provision of regional burns care and suggests guidelines for their use.A retrospective review of patients treated at the Midlands Adult Burns Centre over a 3-year period.27 adult burns patients were transported by air ambulance during the...
Lymphoedema of the abdomen is a very rare and debilitating condition. It is usually associated with morbid obesity, and although it can be a life-threatening condition, surgery is not usually offered because it is considered to be high risk. We present a case of morbid obesity and abdominal lymphoedema that was treated with a debulking apronectomy (25.4kg reduction). We highlight the pre-operative,...
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