Table 1. Comparison of scalding and laser-induced rat models.

Model	Method	Advantage	Disadvantage
Scalding model	Direct application of hot water to skin	· Most common type of burns	· Difficult to maintain uniform high temperature and to predict wound
		· Constant surface temperature	· Dangerous to investigators
		· Standardized model	· Complex procedures
Laser-induced model	Irradiation of 1470 nm light on skin	· Constant heat flux	· Laser system required
		· Easy to control thermal injury	· Difficult to develop large wound area
		· Simple procedure	· May cause carbonization