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Journal of Plastic Surgery and Transplantation 5(1):p 13-16, January-June 2025. | DOI: NA
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Role of Low Level Laser Therapy in Management of Pressure Necrosis in a Child with Post Burn Contracture of Webspace
Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Anirudh Dwajan, Amrutha JS
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Dwajan A, Chittoria RK, Amrutha JS. Role of low level laser therapy in management of pressure necrosis in a child with post burn contracture of webspace. J Pla Sur Trans. 2025;5(1):13-6.Timeline
Received : January 30, 2025
Accepted : March 14, 2025
Published : June 20, 2025
Abstract
Pressure injuries are areas of necrosis where soft tissues are compressed between bony prominences and external hard surfaces. They are caused by unrelieved mechanical pressure in combination with friction, shearing forces, and moisture. Pressure necrosis is an unwarranted, preventable complication and can be influenced by various internal and external factors. Low level laser therapy (LLLT) has gained its importance in medical field since it was found to have wound healing and scar modifying properties. We present an unusual case of fingertip pressure necrosis that occurred during the management of a hand burn injury for which use of Low level laser therapy (LLLT) was incorporated into the management.
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Dwajan A, Chittoria RK, Amrutha JS. Role of low level laser therapy in management of pressure necrosis in a child with post burn contracture of webspace. J Pla Sur Trans. 2025;5(1):13-6.
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| Received | January 30, 2025 |
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