title: Malpractice implications of pressure ulcers.
abstract: This article explores the legal ramifications flowing from the negligent treatment of pressure ulcers. A review of litigated cases provides examples of how American courts deal with this complex condition. References that may be used to reduce vulnerability to malpractice claims are provided.
authors.forename: J S
authors.initials: JS
authors.lastname: Taylor
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008318:Malpractice / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000517:prevention & control*; D011787:Quality of Health Care / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D014481:United States