| decubitus |
a reclining position (as in a bed)
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| decubitus ulcer |
bedsore: a chronic ulcer of the skin caused by prolonged pressure on it (as in bedridden patients)
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| decubitus |
Pressure sore or skin ulcer.
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| decubitus ulcer |
A bed sore or discolored, open area of skin damaged by pressure. Common areas for breakdown of skin are the buttocks, hip, shoulder areas, ankles, heels and elbows.
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| decubitus |
Refer to a body position that causes undue pressure on certain parts of the body, which can lead to the eventual breakdown of skin and underlying tissue. Decubitus sores also are called bed sores or pressure sores.
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