Incontinence Associated Dermatitis
Incontinence Associated Dermatitis
Incontinence Associated Dermatitis
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Definition:<br />
<strong>Incontinence</strong> <strong>Associated</strong> <strong>Dermatitis</strong><br />
(IAD)<br />
Irritation and inflammation<br />
associated with exposure to stool<br />
or urine<br />
Often accompanied by erosion of<br />
the skin<br />
Sometimes accompanied by<br />
secondary cutaneous infection<br />
(ie: candidiasis)<br />
Etiology and pathophysiology<br />
distinct from pressure ulceration<br />
Photograph courtesy Linda<br />
Bohacek
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