CHANGES IN BLOOD CONCENTRATION WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO THE TREATMENT OF EXTENSIVE SUPERFICIAL BURNS

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Abstract
Extensive superficial burns result in a highly concentrated blood. Concentration occurs because of loss of fluid from cutaneous vessels rendered abnormally permeable because of heat injury. In treatment of burns the essential object is to keep the blood concentration near normal until the capillaries in the skin injured by the heat repair themselves and again become capable of holding the blood fluid in a normal manner. This period approximates 36-48 hrs. Blood concentration may be reduced by forcing of fluid, 4-8 ls. per day, by mouth, subcutaneously, intravenously, or per rectum, or by a combination of these methods.

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