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Turpentine Oil in Molten Coal Tar Burn

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Although thermal injuries are common, burns due to coal tar are rare and enigmatic. One of the problems encountered is removal of tar without injuring the underlying tissue. The present… Click to show full abstract

Although thermal injuries are common, burns due to coal tar are rare and enigmatic. One of the problems encountered is removal of tar without injuring the underlying tissue. The present article describes a successful attempt of removing the tar from burnt tissue using turpentine oil, with minimal tissue trauma.

Keywords: coal tar; tar; turpentine oil; oil molten

Journal Title: Indian Journal of Surgery
Year Published: 2019

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