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Chin Necrosis as a Consequence of Prone Positioning in the Intensive Care Unit
Joint Authors
Bunker, Daniel Lee John
Thomson, Michael
Source
Issue
Vol. 2015, Issue 2015 (31 Dec. 2015), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2015-02-24
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Pressure necrosis of the skin is a rarely reported avoidable complication of prone positioning that can be minimised by active collaboration between care teams.
We report a case of pressure necrosis of the chin after prone ventilation in the intensive care setting.
Such injuries pose a risk of infection, possible need for surgical intervention, and increased costs to the health care system.
Pressure necrosis injuries should be diligently guarded against by the careful selection of support devices, frequent turning, and rigorous skin care to minimise extended external compression, particularly on the face and bony prominences.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Bunker, Daniel Lee John& Thomson, Michael. 2015. Chin Necrosis as a Consequence of Prone Positioning in the Intensive Care Unit. Case Reports in Medicine،Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1058903
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Bunker, Daniel Lee John& Thomson, Michael. Chin Necrosis as a Consequence of Prone Positioning in the Intensive Care Unit. Case Reports in Medicine No. 2015 (2015), pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1058903
American Medical Association (AMA)
Bunker, Daniel Lee John& Thomson, Michael. Chin Necrosis as a Consequence of Prone Positioning in the Intensive Care Unit. Case Reports in Medicine. 2015. Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1058903
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1058903