Nurse putting a clean dressing on a bedsore on an elderly patient's heel. A bedsore (also called a decubitus ulcer or pressure sore) is an ulcerated area of skin caused by irritation and continuous pressure on a part of the body. Bedridden,elderly patients (especially those unconscious) are particulary vulnerable. Healing is hampered by a reduced blood supply and diligent nursing care (cleansing & repositioning) is needed to prevent local gangrene occurring | |
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Crédit: | Science Photo Library / BRAMPTON DAY HOSPITAL, CUMBRIA / SIMON FRASER |
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