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bedsore
pressure sore
decubitus ulcer
Definition: a chronic ulcer of the skin caused by prolonged pressure on it (as in bedridden patients)
Definition: A lesion caused by unrelieved pressure to any part of the body, especially portions over bony or cartilaginous areas, such as frequently develops on a person confined to a bed by infirmity.