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Autologous Whole Blood Clot Matrix in the Management of SecondDegree Burns

Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Rucha Palkritwar, Srinath Rajasekar, Tanya Gupta

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Journal of Plastic Surgery and Transplantation 7(1):p 19-22, January-June 2026. | DOI: NA

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Rucha Palkritwar, Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Srinath Rajasekar, et al. Autologous Whole Blood Clot Matrix in the Management of Second-Degree Burns. J of Pla Sur and Trans. 2026; 7(1): 19-22.

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Received : February 16, 2026         Accepted : March 19, 2026          Published : June 30, 2026

Abstract

Second-degree (partial-thickness) burns constitute a significant proportion of burn injuries encountered in clinical practice. These are usually managed conservatively, yet delayed epithelialisation and suboptimal healing remain concerns. Autologous whole blood clot (AWBC) therapy has shown efficacy in chronic wounds, but evidence in acute burns is limited. We report a 46-year-old male with a seconddegree superficial upper-limb burn treated with a point-of-care AWBC dressing following wound cleansing. The clot adhered well to the wound, maintained a moist environment, and acted as a stable biological cover. No adverse events were observed. Progressive epithelialisation with reduction in BJWAT score, good pain control, and absence of infection were noted. This case suggests that AWBC is a feasible and safe adjunct for second-degree superficial burns, warranting further evaluation in controlled studies.

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All authors contributed significantly to the work and approve its publication.

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This article does not involve any human or animal subjects, and therefore does not require ethics approval.

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We would like to express our gratitude to the patients, their families, and all those who have contributed to this study.

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Rucha Palkritwar, Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Srinath Rajasekar, et al. Autologous Whole Blood Clot Matrix in the Management of Second-Degree Burns. J of Pla Sur and Trans. 2026; 7(1): 19-22.

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Received February 16, 2026
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