Publications by authors named "P Kourakos"
Contemporary reconstruction of a severe neuropathic foot burn injury.
Ann Burns Fire Disasters
June 2020
The neuropathic foot in diabetic patients constitutes a special clinical entity that needs particular care and ministration. A burn on such a foot requires special care and attention in order to avoid amputation, especially when the burn is a deep partial or a full-thickness burn. The indication for early excision and coverage of a diabetic foot is taken under consideration in clinical practice.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAbdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) in a severely burned patient.
Ann Burns Fire Disasters
March 2015
Article Synopsis
- Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) is a serious condition that arises when increased pressure in the abdomen restricts blood flow to vital organs, leading to potential organ failure and death.
- Elevated intra-abdominal pressure is now routinely monitored in intensive care units for at-risk patients to improve outcomes.
- The text discusses a case of ACS resulting from a burn injury and highlights the importance of recognizing the condition, effective resuscitation, and preventing further organ damage.
The Burn Specific Health Scale - Brief (BSHS-B) is one of the most commonly used instruments for the evaluation of quality of life after burn injury. It can be self-administered, and it is useful in evaluating psychopathological symptoms in burn victims. The aim of this study was to translate and culturally adapt the BSHS-B into Greek, assessing its internal consistency and validity.
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- Easter is the most significant holiday for the Greek Church, filled with rich traditions and rituals but increasingly associated with dangerous fireworks during festivities.
- The use of homemade rockets and illegal fireworks has escalated, particularly in the Aegean islands, leading to a so-called "rocket war."
- This study highlights the severe injuries and hospitalizations caused by fireworks at Easter, affecting areas like the face and upper body, often resulting in serious burns and loss of limbs.