Which layer involved in blister formation in a superficial partial thickness burn:
Ans. (c) Papillary dermisRef: Surgery Sixer 2nd edition, Page 892* First degree: Involves only epidermis* Second degree: Involves epidermis and some part of dermis. (Also known as partial thickness burns)Further divided into:* Superficial second degree or superficial partial thickness involves upper part of dermis* Deep second degree or deep partial thickness extends up to reticular layer of dermis.* Third degree or full thickness burns -- involves full thickness of dermis* Fourth degree burns -- involves subcutaneous fat and deep structures.
Epidermis
Dermis
Papillary dermis
Reticular dermis
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