Head & neck surgery
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Burns of the head and neck with or without respiratory tract injury remain a serious and complex problem. Care of patients with this injury requires astute frequent clinical examinations, repeated laryngoscopy or flexible bronchoscopy, and serial laboratory investigations. ⋯ The challenge requires the most innovative and creative care coupled with large amounts of hard work. Many of the recent advances in the management of burns of the head and neck have permitted these patients to survive and have helped them to return as functioning members of society.