Annals of burns and fire disasters
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Ann Burns Fire Disasters · Dec 2020
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Ptsd) Following Burn Injuries: A Comprehensive Clinical Review.
Burns are a global public health problem with a large number of psychosocial and psychological problems that may ensue after burn injuries. One of the commonest psychological problems seen after burn injuries is depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The following paper reviews the existing literature on PTSD following burn injuries. ⋯ PTSD following burn injuries in special populations like women, children and adolescents, intentional burns and self immolation are also discussed. The role of cultural factors in the development of PTSD are elucidated and future research needs are laid out. PTSD is a very common occurrence after burn injuries and needs a multidisciplinary team evaluation for its management.