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Decubitus
Decubitus A skin ulcer or bedsore.
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Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
Ulcer
A sore on the skin surface or on the stomach lining.
Bedsore
An ulcer caused by chafing or by the pressure of the body against the bed.
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Decubitus ulcer
A bed sore, a skin ulcer that comes from lying in one position too long so that the circulation in the skin is compromised by the pressure, particularly over a bony prominence such as the sacrum (sacral decubitus).
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