Definition
Burn scars are a result of the body’s natural healing process following injuries caused by heat, chemicals, sunlight, electricity, or radiation.
Causes of burn scares
Burns can be a result of various causes, including thermal sources (like hot metals, scalding liquids, steam, and flames), radiation (prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays or X-rays), chemicals (strong acids, alkalies, detergents, or solvents), and electrical currents.
Types Of Burns
1- First-degree burns: These are mild, affecting only the epidermis.
2-Second-degree burns: These affect both the epidermis and the dermis (lower skin layer). Symptoms include pain, redness, swelling, and blistering
3- Third-degree burns: These burns affect all three skin layers: epidermis, dermis, and fat. They also destroy hair follicles and sweat glands.
4- Fourth-degree burns: These burns not only destroy all skin layers but also damage underlying bones, muscles, and tendons.
Pathophysiology Of Burn Injuries
1- Immediate Response
2- Inflammatory Response
3- Collagen Production
4- Scar Formation
5- Maturation and Remodeling
6- Complications
EPIDEMIOLOGY
Prevalence and Factors: Unintentional burn injuries are common due to cooking fires and cultural practices.
Limited access to quality burn care exacerbates the issue.
Impact on Quality of Life: Burn injuries result in physical limitations, social isolation, and psychological distress.
Epidemiology of Burn Scars: Burn scars, a frequent outcome, affect approximately 10% of the global population.
They cause physical symptoms and significant psychological distress.
Significance: Burn scars represent a major public health concern, affecting around 100 million people globally.
In the Middle East and GCC, around 1 million people are affected, emphasizing a regional health issue.
INTEGRATION OF TISSUE ENGINEERING IN BURN SCAR MANAGEMENT
Biologically active dressings
Application of engineered skin substitutes or scaffolds
Implementation of advanced matrices
INNOVATION IN THE FIELD
Our R&D team has pioneered proprietary tissue scaffolding techniques that hold the promise of revolutionizing burn scar treatment.
1- Bioengineered Materials
2- Tissue Scaffolding
3- Regeneration with Minimal Scarring
ROLE OF EVERLAST WELLNESS GROUP AND THE TISSUE BIOENGINEERING DIVISION
1- Collaborative Research:
The tissue bioengineering division will work closely with Everlast Wellness Group’s other departments to ensure a holistic approach to burn scar treatment.
This collaboration will involve sharing insights, resources, and expertise.
2- Clinical Trials:
Before introducing
our innovations to a broader audience,
we will conduct rigorous clinical trials. These trials
will assess the safety, efficacy, and potential side effects of our tissue
scaffolding techniques.
3- Patient Education:
Everlast Wellness Group will take the lead in
educating patients about this new treatment option. Through seminars,
workshops, and one-on-one consultations, we aim to inform patients
about the benefits and potential risks.
4- Continuous Improvement:
Leveraging feedback from both patients
and healthcare professionals, we will continuously refine our techniques.
Our goal is to ensure that we remain at the cutting edge of burn scar treatment.
5- Global Outreach:
Recognizing the global prevalence of burn injuries,
Everlast Wellness Group plans to collaborate with international medical
institutions. This will allow us to bring our innovative solutions to patients worldwide