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The Role of Integrated Digital Technology in Consistently Reducing Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries within a Comprehensive Wound Care Program

February 10, 2025|Published Research

This poster was featured at the 2025 NPIAP Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas. 

Authors: Heba Tallah Mohammed, Monica Dahlin, Lisa Skutnik, Robert D J Fraser 

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico achieved a remarkable milestone: a 93% improvement in hospital-acquired pressure injury (HAPI) rates comparing the same 4 months immediately following the implementation to the same period the year after. This significant achievement was made possible by a multi-pronged approach, including the implementation of a centralized wound care program and the integration of °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ, an AI-powered wound care management platform. 

The centralized program, leveraging revised protocols and expert nursing care, aimed to standardize and improve wound care delivery. °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ played a crucial role by enabling: 

  • Precise wound documentation: Capturing high-quality images and objective measurements. 
  • Enhanced communication: Facilitating seamless data sharing among clinicians. 

This retrospective study analyzed the impact on HAPI rates. Key findings include: 

  • A significant decrease in HAPI rates following the implementation of the centralized wound care program. 
  • A 93% improvement in HAPI rates when comparing the same 4-month period a year after full implementation. 
  • Projected annual cost savings of $4 million due to the reduction in HAPI incidence. 

Reducing HAPIs offers numerous benefits such as: 

  • Reduced patient-initiated litigation: Fewer HAPIs lowered potential litigation risks. 
  • Improved patient outcomes: Shorter hospital stays, reduced pain, and improved quality of life. 
  • Significant cost savings: Lowering the financial burden associated with treating HAPIs. 
  • Enhanced care quality: Standardized care protocols and improved communication lead to better patient care. 

To learn more about the research conducted for this poster, or to speak with the °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ team about digital wound care, contact us

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