Revista médica de Chile
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Revista médica de Chile · May 2004
[Prediction of the pressure ulcer development in elderly women using the Braden scale].
Pressure ulcers are a common complication among elderly patients confined to bed for long periods. The Braden scale is a commonly used risk assessment tool. ⋯ The Braden scale predicts the risk of developing pressure ulcers with a good sensitivity and specificity in female elderly patients.