Design and Testing of an Experimental Steam-Induced Burn Model in Rats

Background. Most of the current models for experimental burns pose difficulties in ensuring consistency and standardization. Aim of Study. We aimed to develop an automated, reproducible technique for experimental burns using steam-based heat transfer. Methods. The system developed for steam exposure...

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Main Authors: Vlad Porumb, Alexandru Florentin Trandabăț, Cristina Terinte, Irina Draga Căruntu, Elena Porumb-Andrese, Mihail Gabriel Dimofte, Dragoş Pieptu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2017-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/9878109