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Center of Expertise for Pediatric Trauma and Burns
At Amalia children’s hospital we treat children who suffer multiple or severe injuries following an accident. We call this child trauma care.
We distinguish ourselves by not treating the children as young adults. Instead, we adjust our care to the child's needs. We also focus on the impact a trauma and burns can have on the family as a whole. We do everything we can to prevent pain and stress.
What are burns?
A burn is partial or complete damage to the skin caused by heat, electricity, chemicals, or frostbite.
Types of burns
Burns can be divided into superficial second-degree, deep second-degree, mixed, and third-degree burns.
read moreAcute admission
Upon arrival at the Emergency Room, we start monitoring breathing, pulse, and blood pressure. We assess the size and depth of the burns. In case of extensive burns, your child will be given additional fluids through an IV.
read moreAcute admission
At the Emergency Room, we check your child's airways and breathing. If necessary, your child will receive oxygen through a mask. We will also measure their blood pressure and pulse, and take blood samples. To prevent hypothermia, we will cover them with warm blankets. Your child will also be given medication to reduce pain. We will then examine your child for burns and any other injuries. For major burns, we will give your child additional fluids through an IV.
To get a good idea of the cause and severity of the burns, we will ask you how the accident happened, when and exactly what happened, whether the burn was cooled, whether your child is taking any medication, whether your child has been hospitalized before, and whether they are vaccinated.
Examination
We assess the extent and depth of the burns and take photographs for the medical record. We also take wound cultures to assess bacterial growth. Initially, your child will receive an ointment treatment, and we will formulate an initial treatment plan.
Risks
The severity of the burn depends on its depth, size, location, your child's age, and any additional injuries. The skin is the body's largest organ and has a protective function. Skin burns cause the skin to lose some of its important functions. This may lead to moisture loss and infection risk from bacteria. The body loses heat and cannot maintain its temperature.
More information
Amalia Children's Hospital
The Amalia Children's Hospital is part of the Radboud university medical center. Every year, we treat approximately 22,000 children between the ages of 0 and 18.
read moreThe team
For the treatment of burns, we work together from different disciplines to provide the best care. Our multidisciplinary team consists of:
- Nurses
- Pediatricians
- Pediatric intensivists
- Pediatric anesthesiologists
- Surgeons (pediatric, trauma, plastic)
- Child psychologists
- Educational caregivers
- Social workers
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational therapists
- Rehabilitation physicians
- Gastrointestinal specialist and dietitian
- Microbiologist
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