Prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers – Related resources
06.06.2013 • Sonuncu dəyişiklik 08.02.2016
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Cochrane reviews
- Therapeutic ultrasound is probably not effective for pressure sores .
- The evidence is insufficient to show whether electromagnetic therapy helps or hinders healing of pressure ulcers .
- There is no good trial evidence to support the use of any particular wound cleansing solution or technique for pressure ulcers .
Clinical guidelines
- Pressure ulcer management. NICE ( National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence) Clinical Guideline CG29, Sep 2005 .
Other Internet resources
- Salcido R, Popescu A. Pressure ulcers and wound care. eMedicine
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