IMPACT OF RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGICAL TREATMENT ON BURN PATIENTS: INTERSECTION BETWEEN FUNCTIONAL RECOVERY AND MENTAL HEALTH
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https://doi.org/10.56238/levv16n53-041Keywords:
Burns, Reconstructive Surgery, Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Quality of LifeAbstract
Burn injuries are a major global public health concern, with substantial clinical, functional, and psychological consequences. Reconstructive surgery plays a crucial role in restoring anatomical and functional integrity, particularly in cases of deep or extensive lesions. However, the repercussions of burns extend beyond physical recovery, significantly affecting patients’ body image, self-esteem, and social reintegration. This narrative literature review aimed to analyze the relationship between reconstructive surgical outcomes and the mental health of burn patients, identifying how aesthetic-functional results influence psychological well-being. Findings indicate that patients achieving satisfactory reconstructive outcomes report lower levels of depression and anxiety, along with greater personal and social satisfaction. Conversely, extensive scarring and multiple surgical interventions are linked to a higher prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and social isolation. It is concluded that burn patient rehabilitation should adopt a multidisciplinary approach integrating plastic surgery, physiotherapy, psychiatry, and psychology to ensure comprehensive recovery encompassing body, mind, and social reintegration.
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