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decubitus ulcer |
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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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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These factors resulted in his developing stage 4 right ischial (buttock) decubitus ulcer and a stage 3 right malleolar (ankle) decubitus ulcer. Based on interviews with 31 individuals with decubitus ulcers who could reliably describe their experiences, researchers defined the characteristics of decubitus ulcers associated with reports of pain during dressing changes. There hasn't been anything principally new in the treatment of decubitus ulcers in recent years. |
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