Abstract
Pressure injuries, known as decubitus ulcers, are a challenge to the healthcare community. One of the most common sites involved is the sacrum. There are four main factors that cause pressure injuries: pressure over bony prominence, shear force, destruction of skin, and compromised blood flow. While primary prevention of pressure ulcers remains essential, sound wound care, optimization of nutrition, and secondary prevention of ulcer deterioration are the main components of management of this complex clinical entity. In addition, various novel surgical reconstruction flaps (e.g., V-Y fasciocutaneous advancement and gluteus maximus muscle rotation flaps) can help with early tissue coverage and fasten recovery.
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