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Pressure ulcers: a review

G M Yarkony1

  • 1Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Chicago, IL 60608.

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|August 1, 1994
PubMed
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Pressure ulcers, also known as bed sores, are common in hospitals and nursing homes, affecting up to 25% of residents. This review covers their causes, prevention, and management, including new research areas.

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Area of Science:

  • Wound Care
  • Dermatology
  • Geriatrics

Background:

  • Pressure ulcers (bed sores) are a significant clinical problem in healthcare settings.
  • Prevalence rates range from 3-14% in hospitals and up to 25% in nursing homes.
  • Commonly affect the sacrum, ischium, trochanters, ankles, and heels.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of pressure ulcers.
  • To discuss etiology, pathology, risk factors, and prevention strategies.
  • To outline current and future management options, including novel research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pressure ulcer research.
  • Analysis of prevalence data across different healthcare settings.
  • Discussion of established and emerging treatment modalities.

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Main Results:

  • Identifies key risk factors, including immobility, elderly status, and spinal cord injury.
  • Details the pathophysiology of pressure ulcer development.
  • Highlights common locations and presents prevalence statistics.

Conclusions:

  • Pressure ulcers remain a prevalent issue requiring multifaceted prevention and management strategies.
  • Ongoing research into areas like electrical stimulation and growth factors holds promise for improved outcomes.
  • Multidisciplinary approaches are essential for effective pressure ulcer care.