Optimizing Ocular Outcomes: A Dual-armed Study for Periorbital Burn Management

Optimizing Ocular Outcomes: A Dual-armed Study for Periorbital Burn Management

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness in using subcutaneous 5-FU/Kenalog & topical Maxitrol Ophthalmic ointment as different therapeutic adjuncts in the prevention of pathologic remodeling after periorbital burns.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or female, age greater than or equal to 18 years at the time of signing informed consent
• Mechanism of Injury including explosion, thermal, electrical
• Clinical diagnosis of periorbital burn wound
• Second degree or less periorbital or lid bur
• No previous surgical treatment for wound management
• Partial Deep thickness Periorbital burn
• Partial Thickness Burn
• Superficial Burn
• Periocular lesions with globe involvement

Exclusion Criteria:

• Recent surgical intervention for wound
• Full Thickness and or "Third degree Burns"
• Imprisoned Inmates
• Chemical Burn
• Pregnant women
• Individuals whom are not adults >18 years of age