Pressure Sores: Exams And Tests
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Exams and Tests
Pressure sores are usually diagnosed with a physical examination.
Tests to confirm a diagnosis may include a:
- Skin and wound culture, to detect and identify organisms (bacteria or fungi) that may be infecting the skin or a wound.
- Skin biopsy, if the cause of a skin problem is unknown or your health professional suspects skin cancer.
| Last updated: | March 15, 2007 |
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| Author: | Shannon Erstad, MBA/MPH |
| Reviewed By: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine, Margaret Doucette, DO - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Wound Care, Hyperbaric Medicine |
| Editors: | Katy E. Magee, MA, Pat Truman, MATC |
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