ICU bedsores: does position timing matter?

NCT ID NCT07355439

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study looked at whether the amount of time intensive care patients stay in one position affects their risk of developing pressure injuries (bedsores). Researchers observed 82 critically ill patients, checking for skin changes like redness, bruising, and swelling, as well as body temperature and moisture. The goal was to find better ways to prevent these painful injuries.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bartin University

    Bartın, 74100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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