Changes in burn mortality in Bangladesh: Findings from Bangladesh Health and Injury Survey (BHIS) 2003 and 2016

Burn injury is the fourth most prevalent cause of injury in the world [1,2]. Annually about 265,000 burn-related deaths occur worldwide [3]. Owing to the physical, psychological, economic and social impact of burn, it has become an eminent public health concern globally [4]. Thermal, electrical and chemical burns, etc. are well-known mechanisms of burn injuries [5]. Among unintentional injuries, electrocution is becoming a rising concern, especially in low-income countries [6]. The socioeconomic condition, age, gender, residence and comorbid conditions are established risk factors worldwide [7].
Source: Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Authors: Source Type: research