Zachary L S, Heggers J P, Robson M C, Smith D J, Maniker A A, Sachs R J
J Burn Care Rehabil. 1987 May-Jun;8(3):192-4. doi: 10.1097/00004630-198705000-00003.
Although they are formally categorized by the ABA as major burns, isolated burns of the feet are often managed on an outpatient basis. This retrospective review evaluates the success of such outpatient management, including the complications encountered. The outcome of the review emphasizes that although isolated burns encompass only a small body surface area, they require careful in-hospital treatment to avoid the complications of cellulitis, subsequent prolonged hospitalization, increased need for skin grafting, and increased incidence of hypertrophic scarring.
