Health Related Quality of Life (HRQOL) implications for people with pressure ulcers

Trudie Young, Katia Furtado, Paulo Alves

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Abstract

This updated volume provides the current knowledge on the diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of pressure ulcers. Chapters on the early detection of pressure ulcers, negative pressure therapy, pressure ulcers in pediatric patients, adjunctive therapies, surgical management of pressure ulcers, and innovation in pressure ulcer research and practice are included. This second edition aims to be the primary reference for pressure ulcers from diagnosis and prevention to management and treatment options. The book is relevant to dermatology clinicians, vascular surgeons, and dermatology nurses.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationScience and practice of pressure ulcer management
EditorsMarco Romanelli, Michael Clark, Amit Gefen, Guido Ciprandi
Place of PublicationLondon
PublisherSpringer
Pages79-87
ISBN (Electronic)9781447174134
ISBN (Print)9781447174110
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 17 Aug 2018

Keywords

  • Health related quality of life
  • Quality indicator
  • Pain
  • Odour
  • Exudate
  • Pressure ulcer
  • Symptom management
  • Patient reported outcome measures
  • Social isolation
  • Education
  • Body image

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