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decubitus ulcer

/dɪˈkjuːbɪtəs ˈʌlsər/

Traducción: Úlcera causada por presión prolongada sobre la piel, típica en pacientes encamados o con movilidad reducida.

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/dɪˈkjuːbɪtəs ˈʌlsər/C1formalmedical
  • esÚlcera causada por presión prolongada sobre la piel, típica en pacientes encamados o con movilidad reducida.

A medical term for a pressure sore or bedsore, caused by prolonged pressure on the skin, typically in bedridden or immobile patients.

  1. Pressure SoreC1formal

    A localized injury to the skin and underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, caused by prolonged pressure.

    esÚlcera por presión

    • The patient developed a decubitus ulcer on his heel after being bedridden for weeks.
    • Nurses regularly reposition patients to prevent decubitus ulcers.
    • Treatment for a decubitus ulcer includes cleaning the wound and relieving pressure.