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Decubitus ulcers: when to suspect osteomyelitis.

J Dimant, L Tanael

    Geriatrics
    |June 1, 1987
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    Pressure sores complicated by osteomyelitis in nursing home patients require high suspicion. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of foot osteomyelitis, particularly in the metatarsals, improve survival rates.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Podiatric Surgery

    Background:

    • Pressure ulcers are common in debilitated nursing home residents.
    • Osteomyelitis is a severe complication of pressure ulcers, particularly in patients with vascular disease and dementia.
    • Foot and ankle osteomyelitis presents diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in this population.