Prevalence of pressure ulcer in Iran's intensive care units: A systematic review and a meta-analysis
Abstract Background: Pressure ulcer (PU) is a costly, painful, and often a preventable problem with varying prevalence in different health centers. PU is associated with prolonged length of stay and mortality. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to estimate the prevalence of PU in Iran...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Tehran University of Medical Sciences
2020-01-01
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Series: | Nursing Practice Today |
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Online Access: | https://npt.tums.ac.ir/index.php/npt/article/view/695 |