Burns Debridement and Split Skin Grafting with Scar Revision

Burn injuries remain a significant surgical challenge, demanding both technical precision and sound clinical judgement in debridement, grafting, and reconstruction. This hands-on workshop blends essential theory with supervised practical training to equip delegates with the core skills used in modern burns surgery and post-burn reconstruction.

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Using porcine models to closely simulate human tissue handling, delegates will gain experience in:

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• Debridement of burns – assessing burn depth, excising devitalised tissue, and preparing the wound bed for reconstruction.

• Harvesting and applying split-thickness skin grafts – practising with Watson knives and simulated tissue to harvest grafts, mesh them effectively, and secure them in place.

• Scar revision techniques – designing and performing local flap procedures such as Z-plasty and Y-V plasties to address post-burn contractures and improve function.

• Instrument handling and operative technique – working with essential surgical tools including scalpels, forceps, scissors, and needle holders in a realistic training environment.