Study on the concentrate of proteolytic enzymes enriched in bromelain and its effects on intermediate and extensive burns

Abstract

The present study aimed to highlight the effects of the enzymatic debridement (ED) with a concentrate of proteolytic enzymes enriched in bromelain (CPE-B) on intermediate and extensive burns including facial and upper limbs. In order to carry out the study, the therapeutic protocol recommended by the producer was used and, as an extension of the indications, CPE-B was applied in multiple stages in the case of extensive burns and those located at the level of the cephalic extremity and hands. ED with CPE-B has proven to be an effective and selective method, having a significant impact on reducing hospitalization time, as well as reducing treatment costs, improving post-burn scarring and finally improving the patients’ degree of satisfaction.