Incontinence-associated dermatitis: Moving prevention forward:Addressing evidence gaps for best practice (Proceedings from the Global IAD Expert Panel)

Abstract

Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) represents a significant health challenge worldwide and is a well-recognised risk factor for pressure ulcer development. Recent consensus work has identified gaps in our current understanding and practice. The ability of clinicians to deliver evidence-based practice is hampered by lack of standardised definitions and terminology, high-quality studies, and international or national guidelines