| The cause, prevention, and treatment of pressure sores. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 1921959 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Pressure sores are a common, expensive, and preventable complication of paralysis. They are the result of ischemia produced when tissue is compressed and distorted by pressure exerted between a bone and an external hard surface for an extended period of time. Prevention involves control of the two variables of pressure and time. Pressure can be minimized by using various pressure-reductive devices in the form of mattresses and cushions. Control of time involves scheduled position changes. If pressure sores occur, treatment consists of keeping the sore completely pressure free and clean. Grades I and II sores usually need no further treatment. Grades III and IV sores heal faster and more effectively when treated surgically. |
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Authors:
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R M Woolsey; J D McGarry |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Neurologic clinics Volume: 9 ISSN: 0733-8619 ISO Abbreviation: Neurol Clin Publication Date: 1991 Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1991-11-21 Completed Date: 1991-11-21 Revised Date: 2005-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8219232 Medline TA: Neurol Clin Country: UNITED STATES |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 797-808 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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St. Louis University, School of Medicine, Missouri. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Humans Pressure Ulcer / etiology*, prevention & control, therapy |
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