Deliberate burns in Nigerians.
Eleven cases of deliberate burns in Nigerians were studied. Three major reasons for burning were recognized. Ignorance was identified as a factor in the aetiology of some of these avoidable burns. Primary prevention of the burns and the secondary prevention of their complications are outlined. The management of the patients is discussed.
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D000059:Accidents; D002056:Burns / Q000401:mortality / Q000628:therapy*; D003415:Crime; D009017:Morbidity; D009549:Nigeria