Publications by authors named "Andres Felipe Mantilla Santamaria"
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to evaluate how accurate thermographic images are for early detection of pressure injuries (PIs) in adult patients, analyzing data from March 2021 to May 2022 by reviewing 755 studies and ultimately selecting 8 relevant ones.
- - Included studies focused on adults over 18 in healthcare settings, checking thermal imaging accuracy against conditions like suspected stage 1 PI and comparing with established risk assessment scales, while excluding animal studies and those concerning advanced stage PIs.
- - The findings showed mixed results, with participant numbers ranging from 67 to 349 and follow-up periods varying, but overall evidence on the effectiveness of thermal imaging for early PI detection remains limited.
Background: Pressure injuries (PIs), especially in the sacral region are frequent, costly, and increase morbidity and mortality of patients in an intensive care unit (ICU). These injuries can occur as a result of prolonged pressure and/or shear forces. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) can increase muscle mass and improve local circulation, potentially reducing the incidence of PI.
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