Table 3.
Criteria for transfer of pediatric burn patients to a specialized burn center
Criteria |
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Size of burn |
• ≥10% TBSA Partial Thickness |
• ≥1% TBSA Full Thickness |
Smoke inhalation or suspected airway involvement |
Burns to specific anatomic sites |
• Face |
• Hands |
• Feet |
• Perineum |
Concomitant trauma or medical comorbidties |
Age <2 years |
Lack of qualified personnel or equipment |