Pressure Ulcer Medical Dictionary

Pressure ulcer | definition of pressure ulcer by Medical …

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A pressure ulcer is an irregularly shaped, depressed area that results from necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis layers of the skin. Prolonged pressure causes inadequate circulation, ischemic ulceration, and tissue breakdown. Muscle tissue seems particularly …

Bedsores (pressure ulcers) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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Bedsores (pressure ulcers) - Diagnosis and treatment

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Treatment Treating pressure ulcers involves reducing pressure on the affected skin, caring for wounds, controlling pain, preventing infection and maintaining …

Pressure Ulcers | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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Pressure injuries have 4 stages, ranging from an early warning signal to the most severe: Stage 1. A red, blue, or purplish area first appears on the skin like a bruise. It may feel warm to the touch and burn or itch. Stage 2. The …