Overview
Lung burns, often referred to as inhalation injuries in burn patients, involve thermal damage to the respiratory tract, potentially leading to severe respiratory complications and increased mortality. These injuries can exacerbate systemic inflammatory responses and organ dysfunction, particularly in patients with extensive burns.Diagnosis
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