All are immediate causes of death in a case of burn, except ?
Correct Answer: Sepsis
Description: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Sepsis Causes of death in burns Causes of death in burns may be divided into : Causes of immediate death : These are (1) neurogenic shock (primary shock), (2) hypovolaemic shock (secondary shock), (3) suffocation, due to inhaled CO, CO2, (4) cyanide intoxication, (5) fat embolism, (6) cerebral or pulmonary edema, and (7) accidental injuries during burn. Causes of delayed death : These are : (1) renal failure (acute tubular necrosis), (2) infections (sepsis, gangrene, tetanus) and (3) centrilobular necrosis of liver.
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