Cardiopulmonary Bypass Duration and the Incidence of Pressure Injuries in Patients Undergoing Cardiovascular Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study

CONCLUSIONS: The CPB duration, use of vasoactive drugs, and presence of diabetes mellitus are independent risk factors for the development of PIs in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery with CPB. Our findings indicated that PI incidence increased incrementally with the duration of CPB. We recommend implementing measures to prevent PIs in cardiovascular surgical patients, especially those undergoing prolonged CPB, receiving vasoactive drugs, and diagnosed with diabetes.
Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: Wound Care Source Type: research