Genital burns in the United States: Disproportionate prevalence in the pediatric population

Burns are an uncommon source of injury to the genitalia and perineum but can have debilitating physical, psychological and reproductive consequences. Certain characteristics of male and female genitalia provide capacity to resist injuries. Anatomic location of the perineum as well as coverage by clothing make the exposure to the causative agents less probable [1 –3].
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research