IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL EVALUATION AND PHYSICAL REPORT (IJMEPR )

E-ISSN 2579-0498
P-ISSN 2695-2181
VOL. 9 NO. 1 2025
DOI: 10.56201/ijmepr.v9.no1.2025.pg66.73

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Paediatric Burn Injuries in a Regional Burn Centre in a Developing Country

Aria ,ON , Gbeneol, TJ

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Abstract

Burn injuries remain a significant cause of morbidity and mortality with about 90% of burn related deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). Weak surgical systems compounded by out-of- pocket payments contribute significantly to lack of comparable outcomes with high income countries. Despite ongoing burn prevention initiatives, pediatric burns remain a public health concern. The aim of this report is to quantify the current burden of pediatric burns and identify potential areas for locally contextualized and sustainable interventions targeted at reducing incidence and improving outcomes in low resource settings.

keywords:

Burn injury, Paediatric burn, burn prevention, Paediatric Burn in LMIC

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