Surgical treatment of child with rare burn deformity of forearm and hand

The long-term results of treatment of a child with burn deformity of forearm and hand are presented. The results of the study show that the correct immobilization of affected segment and early functional rehabilitation are necessary for contracture prophylaxis. The absence of dynamic observation results in secondary deformations as the change of bone shape and its hypoplasia. These factors result in the extension and number of surgical operations, impairment of long-term prognosis.

burn deformities, surgical treatment, children