TBS GB

TBS GB is a medical term that stands for Total Body Surface, Grafting and Burn. It is a measure used in the field of burn medicine to assess the extent of a patient's burn injuries. The TBS GB is expressed as a percentage, with 100% representing the entire body surface area.

Overview

The TBS GB is a critical tool in the management of burn patients. It helps to determine the severity of the burn, the amount of skin grafting required, and the overall prognosis of the patient. The TBS GB is calculated using the Rule of Nines, a method that assigns percentages in multiples of nine to different parts of the body.

Calculation

The calculation of the TBS GB involves dividing the body into sections and assigning each a percentage based on the Rule of Nines. For example, the head and neck are assigned 9%, each arm 9%, the front and back of the torso 18% each, each leg 18%, and the genital area 1%.

Clinical Significance

The TBS GB is used to guide treatment decisions in burn patients. It helps to determine the need for fluid resuscitation, the likelihood of infection, and the need for skin grafting. A higher TBS GB indicates a more severe burn and a greater risk of complications.

See Also

• Burn
• Rule of Nines
• Fluid Resuscitation
• Skin Graft

References

• Principles and Practice of Burn Care. John A. Boswick, Jr., M.D., F.A.C.S., Editor. 1996.
• Total Burn Care. David N. Herndon, M.D., F.A.C.S., Editor. 1996.

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