Use of Autologous Fibrin and Scar Evolution of a Facial Burn Infected with Staphylococcal Impetigo in an Older Adult

Hernández-Patiño I1*, Suarez C1, Talavera E1, Zeñas-Trujillo GZ1 and De la Cruz VJ1

Instituto de Investigaciones en Ciencias Biomédicas, Universidad Ricardo Palma, Lima, Peru

^*Correspondance to: Hernández-Patiño I 

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Abstract:

Burns by direct fire, in most cases, are caused by occupational or domestic accidents. These cause significant skin lesions that require rapid and effective treatment, to avoid complications and sequelae typical of a burn, regardless of the depth and extent, as occurs with associated infections, which represent a real challenge for the Plastic Surgeon. We present a clinical case with the intention of showing the usefulness of autologous fibrin in mesh or "membrane", applied topically in the repair and scar modulation of a second-degree facial burn complicated by Staphylococcal Impetigo in an older adult. There were no additional complications, managing to control the infection. Recovery in the short, medium and long term was optimal. In this way, it was possible to efficiently avoid the physical and emotional sequelae caused by these injuries. The objective was to stimulate the repair of the affected epithelial tissue and observe the scar modulation response up to 8 months after the episode. “Managing a facial burn is a significant challenge for the plastic surgeon”.

Keywords:

Fibrin Tissue Adhesive, burns, Staphylococcal Skin Infections

Cite the Article:

Hernández-Patiño I, Suarez C, Talavera E, Zeñas-Trujillo GZ, De la Cruz VJ. Use of Autologous Fibrin and Scar Evolution of a Facial Burn Infected with Staphylococcal Impetigo in an Older Adult. Ann Clin Case Rep. 2024; 9: 2675..