Burn reconstruction encompasses a wide range of procedures designed to restore both form and function after burn injury. This includes scar revision surgery, contracture release (where scarring restricts movement in joints or limbs), skin grafting, tissue expansion, Z-plasty and W-plasty techniques, and microsurgical flap procedures. Dr. Cheema’s published research on electrical and thermal burn management at Allied Hospital has contributed to national treatment protocols.
Burn survivors of any age — from children with contractures limiting their growth and movement, to adults with facial or hand scarring that affects their daily life. Patients with post-burn contractures that restrict joint mobility. Those seeking scar revision to improve the appearance and texture of healed burn wounds. The timing of reconstruction varies — some procedures are performed soon after the burn heals, while others are staged over months or years depending on the severity.
Recovery varies significantly based on the procedure performed. Simple scar revisions may heal within 2–3 weeks. Contracture releases and flap procedures may require splinting, physiotherapy, and several weeks of careful rehabilitation. Dr. Cheema coordinates with physiotherapists at Faisal Hospital to ensure comprehensive aftercare. Multiple staged procedures may be recommended for complex cases.