Implementation of the WHO Global Burn Registry at the National Institute of Child Health San Borja

Implementation of the WHO Global Burn Registry at the National Institute of Child Health San Borja

🎙 Dra. María del Pilar Huby Viaurre 👥 767 📅 May 25, 2026 ⏱ 22 min 👁 7 📄 original study 🧭 2026-08-13
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burn registryWHOpediatricimplementationPeru

Summary

The video presents a scientific talk by Dr. María del Pilar Huby Viaurre on the implementation of the WHO Global Burn Registry at the National Institute of Child Health San Borja in Peru. The talk begins with an introduction to the burden of burns, emphasizing that they disproportionately affect children and low-income populations. The speaker notes a concerning increase in burn cases at the institute since 2013, despite a lack of national statistics. To address this, the institute adopted the WHO’s Global Burn Registry, which collects detailed data on burn incidents and treatments. The presentation describes an operational study conducted from December 2016 to February 2017, involving a pilot implementation of the WHO form, with modifications based on staff feedback. Key modifications included changing the format to vertical, reducing pages, and adding questions on surgery, ICU days, and socioeconomic factors. Results showed that only 6 out of 40 forms were fully completed, highlighting challenges in data collection. Despite this, the physical form became part of the medical record and was used until 2020, but electronic data upload ceased due to lack of dedicated personnel. The talk concludes with recommendations for maintaining data quality and the importance of dedicated staff, as well as prevention campaigns.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The value of the information is high as it provides a real-world example of implementing a global health tool in a resource-limited setting. The argumentation is solid, based on a structured operational study with clear objectives, methodology, and results. The speaker transparently discusses challenges and limitations, such as incomplete forms and lack of personnel, which adds credibility. The argument for the necessity of a burn registry is well-supported by the observed increase in cases and the lack of national data.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, which focuses on the implementation of the WHO Global Burn Registry at a specific institute.

Quality & Reliability

7/10

The presentation is based on an original operational study conducted at a national institute, with clear methodology and transparent reporting of results, including limitations. The speaker is a qualified medical professional with relevant expertise. However, the study is a pilot with a small sample and the data is not independently verified.

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Dissenting Sources

  • No discordant sources identified — The presentation does not contradict established literature; rather, it aligns with known challenges in registry implementation.

Contribution & Novelties

The presentation provides a detailed account of adapting a global health tool to a local context, highlighting practical challenges and solutions. It offers insights into the implementation process, including staff engagement and form modification, which can inform similar efforts in other low-resource settings.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows balanced scores across all dimensions, with slightly lower technical level reflecting the practical nature of the talk. The high reliability and information quality indicate a trustworthy presentation, while the moderate quantity suggests a focused scope.

Reliability 7/10

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