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decubitus ulcer [də′kyüb·əd·əs ′əl·sər]
(medicine) An ulcer of the skin and subcutaneous tissues following prolonged lying down, due to pressure on bony protuberances. Also known as bedsore; pressure ulcer. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Protecting the sacrum can be very big challenge for surgeons when they are performing a procedure on one of their patients These sacral decubitus ulcers that form are very dangerous and can be prevented if the proper precautions are taken Protecting the sacrum can be very big challenge for surgeons when they are performing a procedure on one of their patients. EDMUND CODY SUED GENTIVA, A HOME HEALTHCARE PROVIDER, FOR NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGING THAT ITS EMPLOYEES BREACHED THE STANDARD OF CARE BY FAILING TO "APPROPRIATELY DIAGNOSE AND TREAT AND/OR TO PREVENT THE FORMATION OR AGGRAVATION OF DECUBITUS ULCERS RESULTING IN SEVERE AND SIGNIFICANT INJURIES [TO HIM]. 16 and 17, FDA determined the methods used in, or the facilities or controls used for manufacturing, packing, storage, or installation of the firm's alternating pressure and low air loss mattresses used to help prevent and treat decubitus ulcers was not in conformance. |
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