How does the Parkland Burn Formula work?

Total 24h = 4 mL × Weight(kg) × %TBSA burned Then: First 8h from burn: 50% of total Then: Next 16h: 50% of total Then: TBSA = Total Body Surface Area burned.

Can you give an example of how to use the Parkland Burn Formula?

Example: Input 80 kg patient, 30% TBSA burn gives a result of Total = 9,600 mL; 4,800 mL over first 8h (600 mL/h).

Is the Parkland Burn Formula free to use?

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How accurate is the Parkland Burn Formula?

Our Parkland Burn Formula uses verified mathematical formulas and is accurate to multiple decimal places. Results are calculated in real-time using the same methods used by professionals.

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Parkland Burn Formula

Parkland Formula (Burns Fluid Resuscitation)

⚠ Clinical tool — must be used under medical supervision.

Patient Weight (kg)

TBSA Burned (%)

Formula: 4 mL × weight (kg) × %TBSA burned = 24h total (Lactated Ringer's)

The Parkland formula guides IV fluid resuscitation for burn patients in the first 24 hours using Lactated Ringer's. Half is given in the first 8 hours post-burn (not transfer).

Symbol	Name	Unit	Description
Weight	Body weight	kg	—
TBSA	Total body surface area burned	Percentage (Rule of 9s)	—
Fluid4Hrs	Fluid in first 8 hours	mL	—
Fluid16Hrs	Fluid in next 16 hours	mL	—

Weight	20% TBSA	30% TBSA	40% TBSA
60 kg	4,800mL	7,200mL	9,600mL
80 kg	6,400mL	9,600mL	12,800mL
100 kg	8,000mL	12,000mL	16,000mL

References

›Parkland formula — StatPearls

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