Prevention of Pressure Sore Using Silicone Gel Pad in Prolonged Surgery

Authors: Swaroop JM, Chittoria RK*and Amrutha JS

DOI: 10.23880/mjccs-16000359

Volume 8, Issue 2

Abstract

Pressure ulcers develop primarily from friction and shear and are progressive. It is usually found in bedridden and immobile people. Spinal cord injury patients have loss of sensation which adds to the problem. Patients with stroke, who have undergone long surgery, long bone fracture, not able to move tend to develop a pressure sore. Pressure ulcers are preventable usually and their management depends on their severity. This article discusses the prevention of pressure sore by using silicone gel pad in operation theatre that is undergoing prolonged surgery

Keywords: Pressure Sore; Intraoperative; Surgery; Silicone Gel Pad; Catheterization

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