The value of epidemiological data for pressure ulcer/injury management.

IF 1.5 4区医学 Q3 DERMATOLOGY

Journal of wound care Pub Date : 2024-09-02 DOI:10.12968/jowc.2024.0120

Beáta Grešš Halász

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Abstract

Pressure ulcers/injuries (PU/Is) are a burden on healthcare systems worldwide. They are costly and have a negative impact on the quality of life of patients. PU/Is cause discomfort, prolong hospital stays and can even lead to death. Data on the incidence and prevalence of PU/Is are used to implement effective, tailored prevention practices. The aim of this paper is to highlight the importance and value of collecting epidemiological data in terms of its practical use in Slovakia. The prevalence of PU/Is was found to be low compared to global data. Shortcomings in the collection of epidemiological data are highlighted; however, the use of those available data in amending national standards, such as the mandatory reporting of PU/Is, is summarised. Several steps and activities related to the prevention and care of PU/Is have been carried out in Slovakia. It is important to know not only the prevalence in terms of field of care, time and provider, but also, more specifically, the risk characteristics and/or presence of PU/I in order to initiate more individualised and tailored patient care.

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流行病学数据对压疮/损伤管理的价值。

压疮/压伤（PU/Is）是全球医疗系统的负担。它们耗资巨大，对患者的生活质量造成负面影响。压疮/压伤会造成不适，延长住院时间，甚至可能导致死亡。有关 PU/Is 发病率和流行率的数据可用于实施有效、有针对性的预防措施。本文旨在强调收集流行病学数据在斯洛伐克实际应用中的重要性和价值。与全球数据相比，PU/Is 的流行率较低。本文强调了在收集流行病学数据方面存在的不足，并总结了在修订国家标准（如强制报告 PU/Is 的标准）时如何利用这些现有数据。斯洛伐克开展了多项与预防和护理 PU/Is 相关的措施和活动。重要的是，不仅要了解护理领域、时间和提供者方面的发病率，还要更具体地了解 PU/I 的风险特征和/或存在情况，以便为患者提供更加个性化和量身定制的护理。

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Journal of wound care DERMATOLOGY-

CiteScore

2.90

自引率

10.50%

发文量

215

期刊介绍： Journal of Wound Care (JWC) is the definitive wound-care journal and the leading source of up-to-date research and clinical information on everything related to tissue viability. The journal was first launched in 1992 and aimed at catering to the needs of the multidisciplinary team. Published monthly, the journal’s international audience includes nurses, doctors and researchers specialising in wound management and tissue viability, as well as generalists wishing to enhance their practice. In addition to cutting edge and state-of-the-art research and practice articles, JWC also covers topics related to wound-care management, education and novel therapies, as well as JWC cases supplements, a supplement dedicated solely to case reports and case series in wound care. All articles are rigorously peer-reviewed by a panel of international experts, comprised of clinicians, nurses and researchers. Specifically, JWC publishes: High quality evidence on all aspects of wound care, including leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, the diabetic foot, burns, surgical wounds, wound infection and more The latest developments and innovations in wound care through both preclinical and preliminary clinical trials of potential new treatments worldwide In-depth prospective studies of new treatment applications, as well as high-level research evidence on existing treatments Clinical case studies providing information on how to deal with complex wounds Comprehensive literature reviews on current concepts and practice, including cost-effectiveness Updates on the activities of wound care societies around the world.