Bhubaneswar, 09 November (H.S.): The Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery at AIIMS Bhubaneswar treated 28 patients with firecracker-related injuries and burn cases during the Diwali weekend.

Of the total patients, four required hospitalisation, including three who suffered extensive thermal burns affecting more than 50 per cent of their body surface area. The remaining 24 patients received emergency treatment, including wound dressing, fluid resuscitation and suturing, before being discharged with advice for regular outpatient follow-up.

Two patients are currently undergoing surgical treatment, the hospital said.

Dr Sanjay Kumar Giri, Head of the Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, stressed the importance of timely medical intervention and public awareness about firecracker safety. He urged people to follow safety precautions during festivals and seek immediate medical attention in case of burn injuries.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Monalisa Panda