Classification of dependence-related skin lesions: A new proposal
- García-Fernández, F.P. 17
- Javier Soldevilla Agreda, J. 79
- Pancorbo-Hidalgo, P.L. 37
- Verdu-Soriano, J. 78
- López Casanova, P. 47
- Rodríguez-Palma, M. 67
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Hospital Universitario de Jaén
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- 2 Department of Nursing, Spain
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Universidad de Jaén
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- 4 Health Department of Alcoy, Spain
- 5 Health Sciences Faculty, Spain
- 6 Home Care of Cádiz, Spain
- 7 Spanish Pressure Ulcers and Chronic Wounds Advisory Panel, Spain
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Universitat d'Alacant
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Universidad de La Rioja
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ISSN: 0969-0700
Ano de publicación: 2016
Volume: 25
Número: 1
Páxinas: 26-32
Tipo: Artigo
Outras publicacións en: Journal of wound care
Resumo
A new theoretical framework on the development of pressure ulcers and other dependence-related lesions requires continued in-depth analysis of their conceptual bases. This study reports the historical background, definitions, and production mechanisms of these lesions, describing the differential pathognomonic features of pressure and/or shear ulcers, moisture-associated skin damage, and lesions from rubbing or friction. It also discusses the combined/multifactorial lesions that can be found in the clinical setting. Finally, it presents the new classification of these lesions proposed by the Spanish Pressure Ulcers and Chronic Wounds Advisory Panel. © 2016 MA Healthcare Ltd.