[Expert consensus on adjunctive Chinese medicine therapy for burn shock (2026 edition)].

Burn shock is a complex systemic pathophysiological process and clinical syndrome that appears in the early stages of severe burns and influences the entire disease progression and treatment outcomes. Fundamental research and clinical outcomes in shock prevention and treatment represent the cornerstone and pivotal driver for the advancements in the field of burn surgery and critical care medicine of China. Exploring the practical experience and distinctive theories of Chinese medicine (CM) in treating severe burn shock not only compensates for the limitations of modern medicine and improves clinical outcomes, but also fosters the development of CM, holding profound significance. Based on this, the Burns and Trauma Branch of Chinese Geriatrics Society organized a multidisciplinary expert panel to develop this consensus through a combination of systematic literature review, Delphi expert questionnaire survey, and expert consensus meeting. On the basis of standard modern medical treatment, the panel explored the timing, principles, specific regimens, and precautions for using CM as an adjunctive therapy for adult patients with burn shock. The aim is to provide a reference framework grounded in the best available evidence and expert experience to guide clinical practice, and ultimately enhancing the clinical treatment of burn shock through the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.