Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 1

A Longitudinal Descriptive Study of Burns Cases brought to Mc Gann Hospital, Shimoga

1Asst. Professor, Dept of Forensic Medicine, SIMS & RH, Tumkur

2Forensic Expert, Dist. Chamarajendra Hospital, Hassan

3Dept of Forensic Medicine, AIMS, Bengaluru

*Corresponding Author: Dr. Gunnaiah G, Dept of Forensic Medicine, Shridevi Institute Of Medical Sciences, Sira Road, Tumkur-572106, E mail: gunnaiah.gani@gmail.com

Online published on 19 January, 2018.

Abstract

Burn is an injury caused by application of heat or chemical substances to surface of body which causes destruction of tissues. Every day we suffer, see victims and read about burn incidents. In this one year study an attempt has been made to know the profile, manner of infliction and cause of death and complications of burn victims. The results showed maximum incidence in males, married group, and yielded other significant findings.

Keywords

burn injuries, suicide, clinical findings, domestic violence