Poster presentation at Health Sciences research day, University of Missouri Columbia: Hypertrophic granulation in burns: Review of the literature. Also presented at the 50th Annual Meeting American Burn Association, Chicago Illinois: Treatment of hypertrophic granulation in burns: Review of the literature.Introduction: Hypertrophic granulation (HG) is defined as abnormal granulation tissue, raised above the level of surrounding skin. HG often occurs with delayed healing, or in areas of graft failure in burns. HG impedes wound healing. Treatment may vary by practitioner. Includes chemical cautery with silver nitrate sticks, topical steroids, and dressing strategies.Paul Linneman, RN, Jeff Litt, DO, Carolyn Crumley, DNP (Sinclair School of Nursing, University of Missouri Health Care
