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| Thickness | Depth | Characteristics | Expected Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superficial | Epidermis | Pain, redness, mild swelling (no blisters) | Heals without scarring within 7 days |
| Superficial Partial | Epidermis + superficial dermis (papillary region) | Blisters, painful, good perfusion of dermis with intact cap refill | Heals without scarring in 14-21 days |
| Deep Partial | Epidermis + deep dermis (reticular region) | Blisters, painful, exposed dermis is pale white-yellow in color; Burned area does not blanch (absent cap refill); Sensation diminished to light touch and pinprick but normal pressure sensation | Heals with scarring in 3-8wk; may require skin-graft if do not heal within 21d |
| Full | Epidermis + dermis + hypodermis | Skin is white, leathery, no pain | Always requires skin grafting |