Skin Grafting for Primary Burn
Book AppointmentA skin graft is a surgical procedure where damaged scar tissues are replaced with sections of your own healthy skin from another area (the donor site). There are two types of skin grafts: split-thickness grafts (when only a few layers of your outer skin are transplanted and replaced with healthy skin) and full-thickness grafts (which involve surgically cutting away the whole skin from the donor site).
Skin grafting for burns leads to noticeable permanent scaring.
When to seek expert advise
You should visit the 24/7 Emergency and Acute Care Services at The Aga Khan University Hospital urgently after a serious burn injury. Upon admission the burn will be inspected in order to make a judgment about the extent, severity and mechanism of your injury.
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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