Moisture lesions. A review

Authors

  • Marco Antonio Zapata Sampedro C.S. Ronda Histórica. Distrito Sanitario AP Sevilla
  • Laura Castro Varela Unidad de Otorrinolaringología. Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena. Sevilla.
  • Rocío Tejada Caro Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos. Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena. Sevilla.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.6018/eglobal.14.2.192431
Keywords: Moisture-associated skin damage, incontinence-associated dermatitis, moisture lesions, nurse, skin care, incontinence, wounds

Abstract

Incontinence-associated dermatitis, a clinical manifestation of moisture-associated skin damage, is a condition characterized by irritation and inflammation, and is a common consideration in patients with fecal and/or urinary incontinence. Due to the location and appearance of “moisture lesions”, they are often mistaken for pressure ulcers.

Objective: To perform a literature review about the term “moisture lesions”.

Methods: We conducted a search of data through the metasearch Gerion Andalusian Public Health System. The term used for search centered on the concept: "moisture lesions". Data extraction was performed by a single person. We identified and analyzed 18 articles in which the term “moisture lesions” is treated.

Results and conclusions: Differential diagnosis, usually based on visual examination, can help determine whether incontinence-associated dermatitis or a pressure ulcer is present.Treatment goals include protection of the skin from further exposure to irritants and establishment of a healing environment.

This review of literature underscores the scant amount of evidence-based information available and highlights the need for further studies. This should encourage nurses to pay closer attention to moisture lesions and its assessment and treatment.

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Published
02-04-2015
How to Cite
[1]
Zapata Sampedro, M.A. et al. 2015. Moisture lesions. A review. Global Nursing. 14, 2 (Apr. 2015), 325–334. DOI:https://doi.org/10.6018/eglobal.14.2.192431.
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Vol. 14 No. 2 (2015): #38 - Abril
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REVIEWS

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