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NCT Number: NCT06779500

Pre-hospital Care in Burn Patients Presenting to Tertiary Care Centers of Nepal

This cross-sectional study investigates pre-hospital practices among burn patients presenting to a tertiary care center in Nepal. It examines first aid measures, timelines to medical care, resuscitation protocols, and factors contributing to delays. Findings aim to highlight gaps in burn care and inform strategies to improve patient outcomes and management practices in resource-limited settings.

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Key information

Conditions

Burns Wounds and Injuries

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Ishwor Thapaliya

Kathmandu, Bagmati, 44600, Nepal

About this study

Burn injuries are a major public health concern in low- and middle-income countries, contributing significantly to morbidity and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) lost. This study focuses on understanding the pre-hospital care practices among burn patients in Nepal, a region with limited burn care resources and high incidence rates. Using structured interviews and clinical data, the study explores the type and adequacy of first aid provided, factors influencing delays in accessing tertiary care, and the effectiveness of initial resuscitation. By identifying gaps in awareness, infrastructure, and healthcare delivery, the study seeks to propose actionable recommendations for enhancing burn care systems and improving outcomes for burn patients in Nepal.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Patients of all ages, genders, and backgrounds admitted to the study site with a primary diagnosis of burn injuries.

Exclusion criteria

  • Patients with life-threatening injuries accompanying burns.
  • Patients with a documented history of prior burn injuries.
  • Individuals who decline to provide informed consent.

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Documentation of First Aid Practices Among Burn Patients

    Time frame: within 1st hour of burn

    This outcome evaluates the initial first aid measures applied by burn patients or their caregivers before reaching a tertiary care center, including the type, adequacy, and timing of interventions.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Resuscitation Received in the First 24 Hours

    Time frame: First 24 hours after injury.

    Assesses the type, volume, and adequacy of resuscitation fluids administered within the initial 24-hour period following the burn injury.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute Of Medicine.

Other

Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Jan 16, 2025
Registry last updated
Jan 16, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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