Arnold Luterman

TL;DR: Mortality and the incidence of hypothermia increased with higher ISS, massive fluid resuscitation, and the presence of shock, and within each subgroup the mortality of Hypothermic patients was significantly higher than those who remained warm.

TL;DR: Wound assessment over time showed that thin split-thickness autografts plus allograft dermal matrix were equivalent to thicker split- Thirteen-day take rates of the dermal Matrix were statistically equivalent to the control autografteds.

TL;DR: The safety and effectiveness of Integra Dermal Regeneration Template was evaluated in a postapproval study involving 216 burn injury patients and further supports the conclusion that Integra is a safe and effective treatment modality in the hands of properly trained clinicians under conditions of routine clinical use at burn centers.

TL;DR: A detailed management algorithm is proposed for cervical laryngotracheal trauma based on review of the 392 previously reported cases and a critical analysis of 12 cases.

TL;DR: A protocol of care with AQUACEL® Ag provided clinical and economic benefits compared with silver sulfadiazine in patients with partial-thickness burns and was associated with less pain and anxiety during dressing changes, less burning and stinging during wear, and less nursing time.