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Burns are a major cause of injury and death in children in India. Scald burns from hot liquids are the most common type, often occurring at home. Burns have higher mortality in children than adults due to factors like thinner skin and reduced physiological reserves. The extent and severity of burns determines the physiological response and prognosis. More extensive burns above 25% total body surface area can lead to systemic effects like reduced cardiac output and risk of shock due to fluid shifts between c

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Priya

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