When is a pressure ulcer not a pressure ulcer? ... external pressure versus internal pressure.

descriptionPublicationkeyboard_double_arrow_right Article 01 Sep 1994 English Journal:Ostomy/wound management, volume 40 (issn: 0889-5899,

Authors: N A, Faller; K G, Lawrence;

pmid: 8043192

When is a pressure ulcer not a pressure ulcer? ... external pressure versus internal pressure.

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Abstract

This case study presents a nontraditional explanation for recurring and difficult to heal pressure ulcers: internal pressure rather than external pressure. The authors are hopeful that this discussion will assist colleagues in recognizing this alternative diagnosis.

Keywords

Pressure Ulcer, Necrosis, Wound Healing, Recurrence, Humans, Female, Spinal Dysraphism

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