Meaning of DECUBITUS ULCER
| Pronunciation: | | di'kyoobitus 'ulsur
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[n] a chronic ulcer of the skin caused by prolonged pressure on it (as in bedridden patients) |
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| | Synonyms: | | bedsore, pressure sore |
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| | See Also: | | ulcer, ulceration | |
| Biology Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | A decubitus ulcer is a bedsore which is caused by pressure over bony areas. The most common sites for decubitus to occur are the hips, elbows and heels. |
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