Overview
Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) is a form of skin damage that occurs in areas exposed to urine or feces 1. It is characterized by inflammation and erosion of the skin 1.Diagnosis
Scales are used to diagnose IAD, assessing risk factors, reliability, and validity 1.
Studies have evaluated scales in various patient groups, including those in nursing homes 1.Management
Management strategies for IAD are not detailed in the provided abstracts.Special Populations
Studies have included patients living in nursing homes 1.Key Recommendations
Scales are utilized for the diagnosis of incontinence-associated dermatitis 1. (Evidence: Moderate)
The reliability and validity of diagnostic scales for IAD have been investigated 1. (Evidence: Moderate)
Risk factors are incorporated into scales used for IAD diagnosis 1. (Evidence: Moderate)References
1 Tezcan B, Eraydın C, Karabacak BG. Evaluating the Scales Used To Diagnose Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis: A Systematic Review. Advances in skin & wound care 2022. link