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The Pegasus Overture alternating-pressure mattress overlay
1Lewisham Hospital NHS Trust, London.
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Pressure sores impact many adults, necessitating effective equipment. This article reviews the Overture alternating-pressure mattress overlay for preventing and treating pressure sores in at-risk patients.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Wound Care
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Pressure sores affect about 10% of adults in hospital and community settings.
- Effective equipment selection is crucial for patients at risk of pressure sore development.
- Alternating-pressure mattresses are established tools for pressure sore prevention and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the features of the Pegasus Airwave Overture alternating-pressure mattress overlay.
- To evaluate the suitability of the Overture for different care settings.
- To inform the selection of equipment for patients at risk of pressure sores.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive review of the Overture alternating-pressure mattress overlay.
- Analysis of its design features and intended use.
- Consideration of its application in various healthcare environments.
Main Results:
- The Overture is a new alternating-pressure mattress overlay launched in September 1995.
- It is designed for patients with mobility issues at low to medium risk of pressure sores or superficial tissue damage.
- The article details its features and suitability for diverse care settings.
Conclusions:
- The Overture offers a specific solution for pressure sore management in certain patient populations.
- Its features make it a potentially valuable option in both hospital and community care.
- Proper equipment selection, like the Overture, is key to mitigating pressure sore risks.
Abstract:
Pressure sores affect approximately 10% of the adult population and occur in various hospitals and community settings (Department of Health, 1992). It is therefore essential to adopt a logical approach when selecting the optimum piece of equipment for patients at risk of pressure sore development. Alternating-pressure mattresses have been used for many years in both hospitals and community environments to prevent and treat pressure sores. In September 1995, Pegasus Airwave Limited launched a new alternating-pressure mattress overlay, the Overture. It is designed for use with patients who have mobility problems and are at low to medium risk of developing pressure sores or have superficial tissue damage. This article describes the features of the Overture and its suitability for use in different care settings.