Back ground: Still burn is an important area under research in Pakistan. Injuries caused due burns along with its consequences are considered a major threat to the community health standards. The objective of this study was to determine the causes of burns and location where burn occurs in burn and plastic surgery unit at Khyber teaching hospital Peshawar Pakistan. Methods: This cross-sectional investigation took place over a span of four months and involved patients aged between 1 and 40 years who were admitted to Khyber Teaching Hospital in Peshawar. We examined the medical records of burn patients who were hospitalized, and an analysis was conducted using the SPSS software. Results: Out of the total 100 patients, 55 cases (55%) were identified as male, while the remaining were female (45%). The age group most significantly affected was males aged 20 to 30 years. The majority of burn injuries occurred in the domestic setting (68%). Thermal burns, including scalds and flames, were the primary cause of burns (70%). The upper limbs were the most frequently affected body region (23%), with second-degree burns being the prevailing type. Conclusions: The findings of this study reveal that thermal sources (scalds and flames) are the leading cause of burn injuries within the specified population. The study also indicates a substantial percentage of burns occurring at home, emphasizing the potential for prevention through increased awareness and attention.

Burn, Scald, flame