Cost of Illness of Pressure Injuries in the Inpatient Area of a Socio-Health Center in Spain
This study highlights the significant health and economic impacts of PIs in the inpatient area of a socio-health center. The findings emphasize the necessity of effective prevention strategies to mitigate the occurrence of PIs and their associated costs. By understanding the financial burden of PIs, healthcare providers and policymakers can make informed decisions to improve resource allocation, enhance patient care, and reduce financial strain on the healthcare system.
Authors
- Blanca Egea Zerolo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9226-8092)
- María Jesús Martínez Beltrán (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3869-3626)
- Juan Manuel Arribas Marín (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4482-9470)
- Ana Sofia Fernandes (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3913-7859)
- David Fernández Ayuso (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1269-791X)
- Antonio Ramos-Sánchez
- María Del Carmen Águila-Pollo
Institutions
- Hospital San Juan de Dios (VE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Advances in Skin & Wound Care
- Published
- 2025-02-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/asw.0000000000000272
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 5.77