Randomised, controlled trial of alternating pressure mattresses compared with alternating pressure overlays for the prevention of pressure ulcers: PRESSURE (pressure relieving support surfaces) trial

J Nixon, G Cranny, C Iglesias, EA Nelson, K Hawkins, A Phillips, D Torgerson, S Mason, N Cullum

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Abstract

To compare whether differences exist between alternating pressure overlays and alternating pressure mattresses in the development of new pressure ulcers, healing of existing pressure ulcers, and patient acceptability.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1413
Number of pages1
JournalBMJ
Volume332
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jun 2006

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