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 language | English |
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Title of host publication | Science and practice of pressure ulcer management |
Editors | Marco Romanelli, Michael Clark, Amit Gefen, Guido Ciprandi |
Place of Publication | London |
Publisher | Springer |
Pages | 79-87 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781447174134 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781447174110 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 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