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Pathophysiology of ObesityOnly 14 pages are availabe for public view
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Abstract
Abstract:
Introduction: Critically ill obese patients are at a higher risk for pressure ulcers, which represent a significant cause of morbidity and health care expenditure and mortality because of increased use of medical devices, prolonged duration of mechanical ventilation (MV) , hemodynamic instability and use of vasoactive medications and ICU length of stay. Accurate identification of the risk factors for pressure ulcers and testing and implementing evidence-based prevention strategies can lead to reductions in both the occurrence of pressure ulcers and health care costs and can promote positive health outcomes in critical care patients.
Aims: This review aims to highlight the pathophysiology of obesity and pressure ulcers and management of pressure ulcer in obese patient and how to deal with its complications in intensive care unit.
Conclusion: Pressure ulcer I concerned a significant problem in critically ill patients, especially obese patient. Optimal treatment including the prevention via repositioning, support surfaces and proper nutrition.
Key words: Pressure ulcers management, ICU pressure ulcer complications.