Publication Name	World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics
Manuscript ID	114064
Country	India

Category	Emergency Medicine
Manuscript Type	Observational Study
Article Title	Pediatric burns: Key insights from cohort of 325 patients
Manuscript Source	Invited Manuscript
All Author List	Atul Parashar, Somesh Thakur and Renu Sharda
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Corresponding Author	Atul Parashar, PhD, Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India. atulparashar@hotmail.com
Key Words	Burns; Epidemiological; Behavioral; Pediatric; Socioeconomic
Core Tip	Pediatric burns remain a significant cause of morbidity in developing countries, with children under five most affected. This prospective study highlights the predominantly preventable nature of such injuries, with scalds being the most common cause. Beyond physical trauma, burns impose a profound psychosocial and economic burden on families - ranging from emotional distress and behavioral changes in both patients and siblings, to substantial loss of workdays for parents. Early intervention and standardized management improve outcomes. Public awareness, education on prevention, and improved burn care infrastructure are essential to reduce incidence, disability, and long-term financial impact on affected families and the healthcare system.
Citation	Parashar A, Thakur S, Sharda R. Pediatric burns: Key insights from cohort of 325 patients. World J Clin Pediatr 2026; In press

Received	2025-09-11 01:45
Peer-Review Started	2025-09-11 01:45
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-10-21 07:22
Return for Revision	2025-10-21 07:22
Revised	2025-10-29 12:24
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-01-06 02:39
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-06 08:49
Articles in Press	2026-01-06 08:49
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ISSN	2219-2808 (online)
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