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Pressure Injury (Pressure Ulcer)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Careful PositioningSkin FragilityAvoid HypotensionSepsisAnemiaMalnutrition

Pathophysiology

A pressure injury is localized damage to skin and underlying soft tissue, usually over a bony prominence or under a medical device, caused by prolonged or severe pressure with contributions from...

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