State-of-the-Art Review of Current Technology in Pressure Injury Early Detection

The measurement mechanisms of all devices are unique and different from each other. One commonality is that they could measure the nonvisual signs of PI (eg, inflammation, edema, ischemia, and hypoxia) except colorimeter. Some clinical devices are promising to assist with early identification of PIs, especially in individuals with dark skin tones. Currently, there is no reimbursement available for early detection of PI. Current evidence did not support replacing the standard skin assessment of visual inspection and palpation with the devices reviewed, rather using validated devices to augment the current practice standard. This is especially recommended for individuals identified as high risk for a PI on admission to a facility.

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Advances in Skin & Wound Care
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2025-10-14
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https://doi.org/10.1097/asw.0000000000000358
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Management
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Abstract

The measurement mechanisms of all devices are unique and different from each other. One commonality is that they could measure the nonvisual signs of PI (eg, inflammation, edema, ischemia, and hypoxia) except colorimeter. Some clinical devices are promising to assist with early identification of PIs, especially in individuals with dark skin tones. Currently, there is no reimbursement available for early detection of PI. Current evidence did not support replacing the standard skin assessment of visual inspection and palpation with the devices reviewed, rather using validated devices to augment the current practice standard. This is especially recommended for individuals identified as high risk for a PI on admission to a facility.

Advances in Skin & Wound CareVol. 38(10)
Emory University (US), University of Pittsburgh (US), Indianapolis Zoo (US), Massachusetts General Hospital (US), Urology San Antonio (US), Southwestern Medical Center (US), Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center (US), Bruin Biometrics (United States) (US), Mayo Clinic in Arizona (US), Crystal Technology and Industries (United States) (US), Compagnie Africaine des Peintures (TN), New York University (US), The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (US)
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