Antioxidant Status During Burn Rehabilitation

Prospective Assessment of Antioxidant Status of Pediatric Patients During Burn Rehabilitation

It is believed that children with a prior history of significant burn injury continue to manifest low levels of antioxidants well into their convalescence.The purpose of this study is to examine malondialdehyde (an oxidative lipid marker) and vitamins E, C and beta carotene status in reconstructive burn patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Greater than 3 but less than 19 years
• Reconstructive or followup outpatient care at least 1 year postburn
• Initial burn size > 40%
• Written informed consent and HIPAA authorization

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of multivitamin or steroid use, liver disease, preburn malnutrition