Non-accidental burns and scalds in children (COBIS)
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Abstract
The history and examination of all children presenting with burns must include careful consideration of the circumstances and mechanism of the injury to ensure it is compatible with an accidental injury.
Most burn injuries are accidental, but it is estimated that of the children admitted to a burns unit 5.3%-14% of injuries will be the result of abuse. Abuse may occur from either deliberately inflicted injury or from neglect.