What is burn scar contracture in Burn Surgery?

Burn Surgery Glossary

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Inflatable device placed under healthy skin to create additional tissue for burn reconstruction.

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Intermediate Technical IVT

Tightening and shortening of scar tissue that restricts movement and function.

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Term	Category	Difficulty	Definition
burn scar contracture IVT	Technical Term	Intermediate	Tightening and shortening of scar tissue that restricts movement and function.

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intermediate 50

advanced 33

professional 17