The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel redefined the definition of a pressure ulcer and the stages of pressure ulcers in 2007, including the original 4 stages and adding 2 stages on deep tissue ...

Stage III pressure ulcers have full thickness damage with extension of involvement into the subcutaneous tissue, necrosis, drainage, and localized infection. Stage IV pressure ulcers have damage ...

Immediate recommendation for all pressure ulcer stages (descriptions and photos) call for immidiate referral to wound care specialist for evaluation/treatment.

The Stage 4 pressure ulcers segment dominated the market, holding the largest share due to the severity and complexity of treating these ulcers. These ulcers involve extensive tissue damage and ...