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bedsore is an ulceration of the skin and underlying tissue that
occurs typically in debilitated patients confined to bed and
remaining in one position so long that pressure on the skin
areas that bear the patient’s weight deprives them of their
normal blood supply. It is a special type of ulcer caused by
impaired blood supply and tissue nutrition resulting from
prolonged pressure over bony or cartilaginous prominence. The
skin overlying the sacrum and hips is most commonly involved,
but bedsores may also be seen over the ears, elbows, heels and
ankles. They occur most readily in aged, paralyzed, debilitated,
and unconscious patients. Low-grade infection may occur as a
complication. Gradually an involved area becomes dark in color,
the skin breaks down, and ulcer results. Prevention is much to
be preferred, for cure is tedious and difficult.   Good nursing
care, good nutrition, and maintenance of skin hygiene are
important preventive measures. The skin