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Infected pressure and diabetic ulcers.

D Kertesz1, A W Chow

  • 1University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
|November 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Infected pressure and diabetic ulcers in older adults cause serious illness and death. Prevention and a team approach are key to managing these common, complex geriatric infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Wound Care

Background:

  • Pressure ulcers and diabetic ulcers are common in the elderly.
  • These ulcers frequently present with polymicrobial infections.
  • Complications include sepsis syndrome and osteomyelitis, leading to high morbidity and mortality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the challenges in managing infected ulcers in geriatric patients.
  • To emphasize the severity of these infections in the elderly population.
  • To advocate for a comprehensive management strategy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical encounters with infected pressure and diabetic ulcers in geriatric patients.
  • Analysis of infection characteristics, including polymicrobial nature.
  • Assessment of associated complications such as sepsis and osteomyelitis.

Main Results:

  • Infected pressure and diabetic ulcers are frequent issues in geriatric care.
  • These infections are polymicrobial and can lead to sepsis and osteomyelitis.
  • Such conditions contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality in the elderly.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management requires a multidisciplinary team approach.
  • Preventive strategies are paramount for reducing the incidence and impact of these infections.
  • Focusing on prevention is crucial for improving outcomes in elderly patients with ulcers.

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