Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

November 17, 2021

Higher cost of care and worse patient outcomes are associated with incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) in acute care settings, according to analysis published in the Journal of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing.

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Incontinence and incontinence-associated dermatitis found to have serious negative health and financial outcomes

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