PRESSURE ULCER

This study tested two types of special mattresses—the Fluid Immersion Simulation (FIS) system and the Air Fluidized Bed (AFB)—to see which helps heal surgically closed pressure ulcers (bedsores) better. Eighty adults with stage III or IV bedsores were randomly assigned to one mat…

This study tested whether a special dressing made from a patient's own platelets (platelet-rich plasma) helps chronic wounds heal better than a standard saline dressing. One hundred adults with long-lasting skin ulcers, including diabetic foot ulcers, took part. The goal was to s…

This study looked at 240 adults with chronic or acute wounds to confirm that a silver-coated dressing (Silver II Non-Woven) is safe and works as intended. Researchers checked for signs of infection and asked clinicians how easy the dressing was to use. The dressing is already on …

This study looked at a silver alginate wound dressing (Silvercel) in 56 adults with chronic or acute wounds that were infected or at high risk. Over 6 weeks, doctors checked wound healing and any side effects. The goal was to confirm the dressing is safe and works as intended.

This study tested a special camera called the MolecuLight DX that uses fluorescence to measure the size of skin wounds. 34 adults with various types of wounds (like diabetic foot ulcers) took part. The goal was to see if the device measures wound area more accurately than a stand…

This study looked at whether a powered alternating pressure air mattress can prevent pressure ulcers (bedsores) in patients at medium to high risk. 90 adults in nursing homes and long-term care used the mattress for up to 35 days. Researchers tracked how many developed at least a…

This completed study from Israel examined 4,500 ICU patients to see if intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) devices, which are used to prevent dangerous blood clots, might also cause pressure sores. The researchers focused on sores around the ankles and other bony areas. The …

This study looked at whether placing a small compress under the plastic connector of a child's IV tube can prevent pressure sores. About 360 children from 1 month to 18 years old took part. Researchers compared the usual method (no compress) with the compress method to see which …