Preventing pressure sores in hospital intensive care
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study tests a special dressing to help prevent pressure sores on the lower back and tailbone area while you are in the hospital's intensive care unit. It aims to see if this dressing reduces the risk of developing these sores.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are currently in or about to be admitted to an intensive care or intermediate care unit
- Your risk of pressure sores is considered moderate or high
- You can be enrolled within 18 hours of arriving at the hospital
- You are expected to stay in the unit for at least 3 days
- You have no existing sores or skin damage on your lower back or tailbone
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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