Pressure Sores

Victor Lewis, M.D.

 

Pressure sores continue to be a major problem in the elderly and, despite some improvement in application of preventive techniques, will continue to be a major problem in the future.

Indications for consultation

Consultation with the nursing specialists and plastic surgery service can assist in evaluation and management of pressure sores. They can help you when debridement, biopsy or closure are indicated and can give advice about the many products and therapies, comparing and contrasting costs vs. goals of treatment.