A comparison of air-cell and gel surgical table pads and an evaluation of the influence of pressure distribution and other factors on pressure injury prevention.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtv.2020.12.006
Abstract: Guidelines for pressure injury prevention consider the use of pressure-redistributing pads to prevent tissue deformation. However, limited research exists to assess the pressure distribution provided by the operating tables and the effectiveness of pressure-redistributing pads… read more here.
Keywords: pressure distribution; pressure injury; pressure; surgical table ... See more keywords