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Frequency of PU during ICU stay
| NPUAP Pressure Ulcer Stages/Categories | Presence of PU | Albuminemia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| n (male/female) | % | ||
| Stage I | 19 (11/8) | 10·05 | 2·8 ± 0·4 |
| Stage II | 37 (21/16) | 19·58 | 2·6 ± 0·5 |
| Stage III | 105 (66/39) | 55·56 | 2·3 ± 0·4 |
| Stage IV | 28 (17/11) | 14·81 | 2·5 ± 0·5 |
| Total | 189 (115/74) | 100 | 2·5 ± 0·5 |
ICU, intensive care unit; PU, pressure ulcer; NPUAP, National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel.
