Epistemis

Pressure ulcer

Specialty: Geriatrics.

  • sore from being in bed
  • bedsore

Why it occurs

  • Immobility and maintained pressure
  • Malnutrition
  • Dampness/incontinence
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Initial workup

Stage the ulcer; assess nutrition and support surface; culture only if there are signs of infection.

red flags

Fever, extensive cellulitis or crepitus around the ulcer → deep infection (urgency).

Standard management

  • Wound care — according to stage; pressure relief
  • Antibiotics — only if there is infection

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousSenile skin vulnerability syndrome
Area
Geriatrics
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
2
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