Pressure Ulcer Development Device Related (Pneumatic)
8 mai 2026 mis à jour par: Sergio Gabriel Susmallian, Assuta Medical Center
From Prevention to Complication: A Silent Risk of Intermittent Pneumatic Compression in Postoperative and Critical Care
Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers, are a significant complication among hospitalized patients, particularly those who are immobile or require prolonged care.
Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) devices are routinely used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT); however, they have been associated with pressure injuries, especially over bony prominences such as the ankles.
Furthermore, IPC devices may lead to less commonly recognized complications, including compartment syndrome and bullous lesions.
This study aims to assess the incidence and characteristics of pressure sores related to IPC device use, focusing on ankle lesions.
Aperçu de l'étude
Statut
Complété
Description détaillée
This retrospective cohort study aims to evaluate the occurrence of pressure ulcers associated with IPC device use and to identify patient- and treatment-related factors associated with their development. The study will include adult patients hospitalized in surgical wards and/or intensive care units who received IPC therapy during the study period. Data will be extracted from electronic health records, including demographic characteristics, comorbidities (e.g., diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease), clinical status (including hemodynamic support and mobility), and detailed information regarding IPC utilization, such as duration of use and documentation of device application and skin assessments.
The primary outcome is the development of device-related pressure ulcers, defined according to the NPUAP staging system and localized to anatomical areas in contact with IPC sleeves. Secondary analyses will assess the association between duration of IPC exposure, patient risk factors, and ulcer severity.
Statistical analysis will include descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression to identify independent predictors of pressure ulcer development, adjusting for clinically relevant confounders. The study also aims to explore potential dose-response relationships between IPC exposure duration and risk of injury.
By improving understanding of IPC-associated pressure ulcers, this study seeks to inform safer thromboprophylaxis practices and support the development of monitoring protocols to mitigate preventable harm while preserving the benefits of mechanical venous thromboembolism prevention.
Type d'étude
Observationnel
Inscription (Réel)
4500
Critères de participation
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Critère d'éligibilité
Âges éligibles pour étudier
- Adulte
- Adulte plus âgé
Accepte les volontaires sains
Non
Méthode d'échantillonnage
Échantillon non probabiliste
Population étudiée
Adult patients aged 18 years or older admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 7 days and exposed to intermittent pneumatic compression for thromboprophylaxis.
Data are obtained from retrospective electronic health records, including demographic characteristics, comorbidities, and clinical variables.
The population is stratified into patients who developed pressure ulcers and those who did not during ICU stay.
La description
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adult patients aged 18 years or older
- Admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 7 days
- Exposure to intermittent pneumatic compression devices during ICU stay
- Availability of complete electronic medical records, including ICD diagnostic -coding and clinical documentation
Exclusion Criteria:
- Presence of pressure ulcer at the time of ICU admission
- ICU stay shorter than 7 days
- Missing or incomplete clinical data relevant to study variables
- Severe dermatologic conditions affecting skin integrity
- Limb amputation or conditions preventing IPC use
Plan d'étude
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Comment l'étude est-elle conçue ?
Détails de conception
Cohortes et interventions
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Patients with Pressure Ulcer
Patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 7 days who received intermittent pneumatic compression therapy and developed a pressure ulcer during hospitalization, identified using ICD diagnostic codes and clinical documentation.
Pressure ulcers were classified according to the NPUAP staging system where available.
This cohort will be compared with patients exposed to intermittent pneumatic compression who did not develop pressure ulcers to evaluate associated risk factors.
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Patients without Pressure Ulcer
Patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 7 days who received intermittent pneumatic compression therapy and did not develop pressure ulcers during hospitalization, identified through ICD codes and clinical records.
This group serves as the reference cohort for comparison of clinical characteristics and risk factors associated with pressure ulcer development.
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Que mesure l'étude ?
Principaux critères de jugement
Mesure des résultats |
Description de la mesure |
Délai |
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Pressure ulcer incidence
Délai: During prolonged ICU stay (>7 days)
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Occurrence of a new pressure ulcer during ICU stay in patients exposed to intermittent pneumatic compression, identified using ICD codes and clinical documentation
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During prolonged ICU stay (>7 days)
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Incidence of Pressure Ulcer
Délai: During prolonged ICU stay (>7 days)
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Development of a new pressure ulcer during hospitalization in patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) for more than 7 days and exposed to intermittent pneumatic compression devices.
Pressure ulcers will be identified using ICD diagnostic codes and confirmed by clinical documentation, and classified according to the NPUAP staging system when available.
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During prolonged ICU stay (>7 days)
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Mesures de résultats secondaires
Mesure des résultats |
Description de la mesure |
Délai |
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Risk factors for pressure ulcer development
Délai: Baseline
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Association between patient characteristics and risk of developing pressure ulcers during ICU stay, including age, BMI, diabetes, vasopressor use, immobility, and duration of intermittent pneumatic compression
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Baseline
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Publications et liens utiles
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Publications générales
- Kim JY, Lee YJ; Korean Association of Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses. Medical device-related pressure ulcer (MDRPU) in acute care hospitals and its perceived importance and prevention performance by clinical nurses. Int Wound J. 2019 Mar;16 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):51-61. doi: 10.1111/iwj.13023.
- Lachmann EA, Rook JL, Tunkel R, Nagler W. Complications associated with intermittent pneumatic compression. Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 1992 May;73(5):482-5.
- Spear M. Pressure ulcer staging-revisited. Plast Surg Nurs. 2013 Oct-Dec;33(4):192-4. doi: 10.1097/PSN.0000000000000015. No abstract available.
- Won SH, Lee YK, Suh YS, Koo KH. Extensive bullous complication associated with intermittent pneumatic compression. Yonsei Med J. 2013 May 1;54(3):801-2. doi: 10.3349/ymj.2013.54.3.801.
- Nouh T, Alsabahi T, Altoijry A, Altuwaijri T. Can intermittent pneumatic compression cause compartment syndrome? Saudi J Anaesth. 2018 Jul-Sep;12(3):488-490. doi: 10.4103/sja.SJA_191_18.
- Skillman J, Thomas S. An audit of pressure sores caused by intermittent compression devices used to prevent venous thromboembolism. J Perioper Pract. 2011 Dec;21(12):418-20. doi: 10.1177/175045891102101203.
- Campbell C, Parish LC. The decubitus ulcer: facts and controversies. Clin Dermatol. 2010 Sep-Oct;28(5):527-32. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2010.03.010.
Dates d'enregistrement des études
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Dates principales de l'étude
Début de l'étude (Réel)
1 janvier 2016
Achèvement primaire (Réel)
31 janvier 2026
Achèvement de l'étude (Réel)
31 janvier 2026
Dates d'inscription aux études
Première soumission
2 mai 2026
Première soumission répondant aux critères de contrôle qualité
8 mai 2026
Première publication (Réel)
14 mai 2026
Mises à jour des dossiers d'étude
Dernière mise à jour publiée (Réel)
14 mai 2026
Dernière mise à jour soumise répondant aux critères de contrôle qualité
8 mai 2026
Dernière vérification
1 mai 2026
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- ASMC 31-26
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