Pressure ulcers in trauma patients with suspected spine injury: a prospective cohort study with emphasis on device-related pressure ulcers

Of all patients in a hospital environment, trauma patients may be particularly at risk for developing (device-related) pressure ulcers (PUs), because of their traumatic injuries, immobility, and exposure to immobilizing and medical devices. Studies on device-related PUs are scarce. With this study,...

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Main Authors: Ham, Wietske H.W (Author), Schoonhoven, Lisette (Author), Schuurmans, Marieke J. (Author), Leenen, Luke P.H (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: 2016-01-14.
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