Antioxidant Status During Burn Rehabilitation

Shriners Hospitals for Children

Overview

It is believed that children with a prior history of significant burn injury continue to manifest low levels of antioxidants well into their convalescence.The purpose of this study is to examine malondialdehyde (an oxidative lipid marker) and vitamins E, C and beta carotene status in reconstructive burn patients.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Burns

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 3 YearsMax age: 19 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Greater than 3 but less than 19 years * Reconstructive or followup outpatient care at least 1 year postburn * Initial burn size \> 40% * Written informed consent and HIPAA authorization Exclusion Criteria: * History of multivitamin or steroid use, liver disease, preburn malnutrition

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

serum antioxidant levels

Time frame: > 2 years postburn

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.