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Journal of Global Medical Education and Research

Volume  7, Issue 2, July-December 2024, Pages 43-45
 

Original Article

Role of Topical Feracrylum in Management of Chemical Burns

Bharath Prakash1, Ravi Kumar Chittoria2

1Senior Resident, Department of Plastic Surgery, 2Professor & Registrar (Academic), Head of IT Wing and Telemedicine, Department of Plastic Surgery & Telemedicine, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry 605006, India.
 

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Abstract

Chemical burns are prevalent and may inflict considerable physical, psychological, social, and economic burdens. Chemical burns can be life-threatening and lead to significant aesthetic and functional outcomes, representing 30% of all burn-related fatalities. Chemical burns result from corrosive substances (acids and alkalis) that cause extensive damage to tissues. Chemical burns still present various challenges for clinicians treating such cases. Feracrylum, a soluble mix of partial ferrous salts (II and III) of polyacrylic acid, is classified as a chemical hemostatic agent and an antimicrobial substance. Its molecular weight falls between 500,000 and 800,000 Daltons, which hinders systemic absorption and avoids adverse effects on the liver, kidneys, adrenal glands, cardiovascular system, or hemostatic systems. Feracrylum possesses antibacterial characteristics, reducing the likelihood of wound infections.
 


Keywords : feracrylum, management, Chemical burns
Corresponding Author : Ravi Kumar Chittoria