Concept

Pressure sores

Properties

Alt label
  • Bedsores
  • Decubitus ulcers
  • Pressure ulcers
SES ID
  • 12251
  • 51789
  • 52099
  • 53057
Notation
  • 12251
In scheme
Broader
Definition
  • Areas of damaged skin and tissue which develop when pressure cuts off the blood supply, usually when someone sits or lies in one position for too long.