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Challenging the pressure sore paradigm.

P Price1, S Bale, R Newcombe

  • 1Wound Healing Research Unit, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff, UK.

Journal of Wound Care
|August 24, 1999
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A new low-cost pressure sore prevention system showed no significant difference in effectiveness compared to standard systems in high-risk patients. This randomized controlled trial found similar outcomes for skin integrity and pressure sore development in both groups.

Area of Science:

  • Medical devices
  • Patient safety
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Pressure sores are a significant concern in high-risk patients, particularly those with fractured neck of femur.
  • Effective support systems are crucial for preventing pressure ulcer development.
  • Existing dynamic support systems are effective but can be costly.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a novel, low-unit-cost inflatable mattress and cushion system (Repose).
  • To compare the Repose system against a standard dynamic support mattress (Nimbus II) with an alternating-pressure cushion (Alpha TranCell).
  • To assess pressure sore development and skin condition in high-risk patients.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective randomized controlled trial was conducted with 80 patients.

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  • Patients had fractured neck of femur and high pressure sore risk scores.
  • Skin condition was assessed at multiple time points, and patients received standard care including regular turning.

    • Main Results:

    • No statistically significant difference was observed in skin condition between the Repose system and the Nimbus II/Alpha TranCell combination.
    • The occurrence and severity of pressure sores were comparable across both groups at all assessment points.
    • Both support systems, alongside standard care, demonstrated similar efficacy in preventing pressure sores.

    Conclusions:

    • The low-unit-cost Repose system is not more or less effective than the conventional dynamic support system for preventing pressure sores in this patient group.
    • Further research may explore cost-effectiveness and long-term outcomes.
    • Standard care, including regular repositioning, remains a critical component in pressure sore prevention.