Prophylactic use of donut-shaped cushion to reduce sacral pressure injuries during open heart surgery
Conclusions: Patients who underwent cardiac surgery for more than three hours and used a donut-shaped cushion did not develop pressure injuries, although no statistical difference was noted. Specific preventative measures in the operating room may play a crucial role in preventing pressure injuries, and further research should be pursued.
Source: Saudi Journal of Anaesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Min Hee Heo Ji Yeon Kim Beom Il Park Sang Il Lee Kyung-Tae Kim Jang Su Park Won Joo Choe Jun Hyun Kim Source Type: research
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