Clinical and Ethical Challenges in Undertaking LIMPRINT in Vulnerable Populations.

To estimate the prevalence of chronic edema (CO) and wounds within two vulnerable populations, a male high security prison in the East Midlands (United Kingdom) and residential and nursing homes in the United Kingdom and Australia. Methods for screening for CO and wounds were adapted from the main LIMPRINT methodology. In total, 195 inmates were recruited with 22 (11%) having CO.

Reducing avoidable pressure ulcers in the community.

The elimination of avoidable pressure ulcers remains a challenge in healthcare provision, represents an increasing financial burden on resources and continues to affect patients' quality of life. Many pressure ulcers are deemed to be avoidable and there are several factors that can influence this, including the development of a care delivery system and a service delivery strategy that incorporate a comprehensive structure, a meticulous process and measurable outcomes. Nottingham CityCare developed a strategy to reduce avoidable pressure ulcers.

Vacuum-assisted closure of postoperative abdominal wounds: a prospective study.

Background: We aimed to study outcome in patients with an open abdomen in whom the abdominal vacuum-assisted closure system (V.A.C.

Community nurses' practices in managing perianal abscesses.

A survey of community nurses identified that a wide range of dressings, and in some cases unethical practices, are being used for this simple postoperative condition. Communication between hospital, community staff and patients was poor.