How i treat...decubitus ulcers surgically
Heymans, O.; Dandrifosse, A.C.; Gielen, J.L.; Vanzele, D.; Fissette, J.
Revue Medicale de Liege 55(7): 700-704
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 0370-629X PMID: 11014103 Document Number: 522701
Although pressure sores occur frequently during the evolution of paraplegic patients, they can present in patients confined to bed or in casts. Ischiatic, sacral and trochanteric sores are the most frequent. For stade III & IV lesions surgical excision followed by a coverage with healty tissue remain the only right principle. Usually, flap transfert meats these requirements. However, the selection of the surgical procedure and the post-op care are the main factors for a successful treatment.