Decubitus or incontinence-associated dermatitis?

A lack of understanding about the distinction between incontinence-associated dermatitis and pressure sores leads to inadequate treatment and therefore a higher incidence of pressure sores. Pressure relief may not be adequately carried out due to concentration exclusively on treatment of incontinenc...

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Published inNederlands tijdschrift voor geneeskunde Vol. 158; p. A7450
Main Authors Houwing, Ronald H, Koopman, Eddy S M
Format Journal Article
LanguageDutch
Published Netherlands 2014
Subjects
Aged, 80 and over
Bed Rest - adverse effects
Dermatitis - drug therapy
Dermatitis - etiology
Dermatitis - prevention & control
Fecal Incontinence - complications
Humans
Incidence
Male
Middle Aged
Pressure Ulcer - drug therapy
Pressure Ulcer - etiology
Pressure Ulcer - prevention & control
Urinary Incontinence - complications
Zinc Oxide - therapeutic use
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Summary:A lack of understanding about the distinction between incontinence-associated dermatitis and pressure sores leads to inadequate treatment and therefore a higher incidence of pressure sores. Pressure relief may not be adequately carried out due to concentration exclusively on treatment of incontinence. In this article we will discuss the multifactorial approach, based on 2 patient cases. In order to prevent pressure sores, the cause of incontinence has to be investigated and treated if possible. Appropriate pressure relief must be carried out, in addition to adequate skin care.
ISSN:0028-2162
1876-8784