Plastic Surgery
Burn Reconstruction & Treatment
Burn injuries are classified by depth and severity — from superficial first-degree burns affecting only the outer skin layer to deep third-degree and fourth-degree burns that destroy the full thickness of skin and may damage underlying muscle, tendon, or bone. While superficial burns often heal with conservative management, deep second-degree, third-degree, and extensive burns require specialized surgical intervention including skin grafting, flap reconstruction, and long-term rehabilitation to restore both function and appearance.
Post-burn reconstruction addresses the lasting consequences of severe burns, including hypertrophic scars, keloids, joint contractures that restrict movement, and disfigurement of the face, hands, or other visible areas. Burn contractures — where scar tissue tightens over joints — are particularly debilitating and require surgical release followed by skin grafting or local flap coverage to restore range of motion. Reconstruction may also involve tissue expansion, Z-plasty, and serial scar revision procedures performed in stages over months or years.
Dr. Amit Agrawal at Amit Aesthetics in Aligarh brings over 29 years of plastic surgery expertise to burn care, offering comprehensive treatment that spans acute burn management through long-term reconstructive surgery. His approach addresses not only the physical damage but also the significant functional and psychological impact of burn injuries, employing the latest grafting techniques, microsurgical flaps, and scar management protocols to help patients regain mobility, comfort, and confidence.
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Procedures & Techniques
- Split-thickness and full-thickness skin grafting
- Burn wound debridement and excision
- Contracture release surgery (axillary, neck, elbow, knee, hand)
- Local and regional flap reconstruction
- Z-plasty and W-plasty scar revision
- Tissue expansion for burn scar reconstruction
- Facial burn reconstruction
- Hand burn reconstruction and tendon release
- Post-burn eyelid and lip reconstruction
- Laser therapy for hypertrophic burn scars
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery from burn reconstruction varies significantly depending on the extent and location of surgery. Skin graft procedures typically require immobilization of the grafted area for five to seven days to ensure graft take, followed by gradual mobilization. Contracture release surgery is followed by intensive physiotherapy to maintain the range of motion achieved during the procedure — this rehabilitation phase is critical and may continue for several months. Pressure garments are often prescribed for six to twelve months to minimize hypertrophic scarring. Most patients require multiple staged procedures over time, with intervals of three to six months between surgeries. Pain management, wound care, and psychological support are integral parts of the recovery process.
Frequently Asked Questions
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