Effect of Colostrum Dressing on Second-Degree Burn Wounds

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ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVES: Although there are 2 categories of second-degree burn injuries (deep and superficial), the course of treatment is primarily determined according to the healing response of the burned area. The search for low-cost, useful, and highly effective wound care materials for patients with second-degree burns is still ongoing. In this study, we assessed the effects of a topical bovine colostrum on the healing process of patients with second-degree burn injuries. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Patients with second-degree burn injuries received paraffin gauze dressing (Bactigras) impregnated with the cream Corakjn, which contains bovine colostrum. We noted localization, cause of the burn, and percentage of burn surface area. On day 7, day 14, and day 28 of treatment, we determined the rate of wound healing after the closed wound dressings were reapplied in 3 days. RESULTS: Most patients in our study had upper limb and chest area burns. The mean percentage of burn surface area was 17.8%. The most common etiological factor was exposure to hot liquid. The mean rate of wound healing was 66.7% on day 7, 85.5% on day 14, and 93.1% on day 28. CONCLUSIONS: Favorable effects of colostrum were demonstrated in this observational clinical trial with a small population. Further comparative studies with a large population will contribute positively to the literature.