A retrospective study: Can we differentiate between repeat self-inflicted burn patients and those who commit a self-inflicted burn as an individual occurrence?

Self-inflicted burns (SIB) are a significant cause of burns morbidity worldwide. A sub-group of SIB patients demonstrate recurrent SIB behaviour causing repeated morbidity and an increasing strain on hospital resources. The ability to predict which patients are likely to demonstrate repeat behaviour will allow for more targeted intervention in this group. The aim of this study was to identify the factors that differentiate patients who repeat SIB from those who commit SIB as an individual occurrence.

http://ift.tt/2szIXuV