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Inter-rater reliability of the EPUAP pressure ulcer classification system using photographs [PDF]

, 2004
Background. Many classification systems for grading pressure ulcers are discussed in the literature. Correct identification and classification of a pressure ulcer is important for accurate reporting of the magnitude of the problem, and for timely ...
AHCPR, Ayello E.A., Banks V., Bates Jensen B.M., Bours G.J., Calianno C., Cuddigan J., Defloor T., Defloor T., EPUAP, EPUAP, Ferrell B.A., Halfens R.J., Healey F., James H.M., Landis J.R., Lorentzen H.F., Lynn M.R., Maklebust J., Maklebust J., Maklebust J., NPUAP, Pel-Littel R.E., Popping R., Reid J., Reid J., Schoonhoven L., Shea J.D., Stotts N.A., Thomas D.R., Vanderwee K., Zulkowski K.M.   +31 more
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Finite Element Analysis to model ischemia experienced in the development of device related pressure ulcers. [PDF]

, 2019
Pressure ulcers are a common occurrence of damage to skin. Severity ranges from slightly discoloured skin to full thickness tissue damage which can be fatal in some cases.
Dictionary of Nursing, Dinsdale SM., Isaac PH Leung, Karen Ousey, Karl Walton, Landis E., Leigh T Fleming, Millington PF, National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel and European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel and Pan Pacific Pressure Injury Alliance, Safety Thermometer, Saladin K., Simon M Barrans   +12 more
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Development of a Patch-Type Sensor for Skin Using Laser Irradiation Based on Tissue Impedance for Diagnosis and Treatment of Pressure Ulcer

IEEE Access, 2021
Pressure ulcer is a disease that has been increasing rapidly worldwide in recent years following the growing elderly population. However, its diagnoses and treatments still depend on the naked eye and traditional drug treatments, respectively.
Eun-Bin Park, Jin-Chul Heo, Chanil Kim, Beomjoon Kim, Kwangyeol Yoon, Jong-Ha Lee   +5 more
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A multicentre prospective randomised controlled clinical trial comparing the effectiveness and cost of a static air mattress and alternating air pressure mattress to prevent pressure ulcers in nursing home residents [PDF]

, 2019
Background: Pressure ulcers are a global issue and substantial concern for healthcare systems. Various types of support surfaces that prevent pressure ulcer are available.
Anrys, Charlotte, Beeckman, Dimitri, Serraes, Brecht, Van Hecke, Ann, Van Tiggelen, Hanne, Verhaeghe, Sofie   +5 more
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Penerapan Pijat Effleurage Menggunakan Virgin Coconut Oil Dalam Menurunkan Risiko Pressure Ulcer Pada Pasien Dengan Stroke Non Hemoragic

Ners Muda, 2023
Pressure ulcer merupakan cedera pada kulit atau jaringan yang ada dibawahnya (biasanya diatas penonjolan tulang) sebagai akibat dari tekanan dan gesekan. Luka tekan dapat menimbulkan infeksi, rasa nyeri dan dampak psiokologis pada pasien.
Muhammad Fernanda, Arief Yanto
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Randomised, controlled trial of alternating pressure mattresses compared with alternating pressure overlays for the prevention of pressure ulcers : PRESSURE (pressure relieving support surfaces) trial [PDF]

, 2006
Objective To compare whether differences exist between alternating pressure overlays and alternating pressure mattresses in the development of new pressure ulcers, healing of existing pressure ulcers, and patient acceptability.
Cranny, G, Cullum, N, Hawkins, K, Iglesias, C, Mason, Su, Nelson, E A, Nixon, J, Phillips, A, Torgerson, David John   +8 more
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Experimental Investigation of Subcutaneous Pressure and Shear Force Changes Using a Bone Protrusion Model as a Risk Factor for Pressure Ulcer Development

Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2023
Objectives: Subcutaneous pressure and subcutaneous shear force were investigated using a bone protrusion model to investigate a polyurethane film dressing (hereinafter referred to as adhesive film) for preventing shear force. Our hypothesis was that when
Munetomo Nagao, Takehiko Ohura, Makoto Takahashi, Masayuki Osawa   +3 more
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Risk Factors for Pressure Ulcer in Severe Trauma Patients [PDF]

Journal of Acute Care Surgery, 2015
Purpose: This study identifies risks for pressure ulcer in patients admitted to surgical intensive care units because of severe traumatic injuries with injury severity scores of 15 or higher.
Yooun Joong Jung, Yeon Hwa Chung, Su Jin Oh, Soon Haeng Lee, Young Hwan Kim, Tae Hyun Kim, Min Ae Keum, Kyu Hyouck Kyoung, Jung Jae Kim, Suk-Kyung Hong   +9 more
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Adverse outcomes after major surgery in patients with pressure ulcer: a nationwide population-based retrospective cohort study.

PLoS ONE, 2015
BackgroundPostoperative adverse outcomes in patients with pressure ulcer are not completely understood. This study evaluated the association between preoperative pressure ulcer and adverse events after major surgeries.MethodsUsing reimbursement claims ...
Chia-Lun Chou, Woan-Ruoh Lee, Chun-Chieh Yeh, Chun-Chuan Shih, Ta-Liang Chen, Chien-Chang Liao   +5 more
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Preventing Ischial Pressure Ulcers: III. Clinical Pilot Study of Chronic Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation

Applied Bionics and Biomechanics, 2011
Objective: BIONs™ (BIOnic Neurons) are injectable, wireless microstimulators that make chronic BION Active Seating (BAS) possible for pressure ulcer prevention (PUP).
Hilton M. Kaplan, Lucinda L. Baker, Salah Rubayi, Gerald E. Loeb   +3 more
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