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07.11.2020 | Dermatology and Wound Care (C Sayed, Section Editor)

Cellulitis Mimics in the Geriatric Patient

verfasst von: Amy K. Blake, Estefanía Cruzval-O’Reilly, Christopher Sayed

Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports | Ausgabe 4/2020

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

We review common cellulitis mimics in the geriatric population and address recent developments to aid in their timely diagnosis and appropriate management. The effects of inappropriate or delayed treatment for these conditions are a major concern for the geriatric population.

Recent Findings

Newer clinical tools for diagnosing cellulitis have shown some promise, but a lack of validated diagnostic criteria persists. Geriatric patients with pseudocellulitis often present with atypical findings, and these patients—particularly nursing home residents—are at high risk for misdiagnosis, inappropriate management, and resultant adverse effects.

Summary

Pseudocellulitis is a significant driver of unnecessary hospitalizations, medication exposure, and healthcare costs. We discuss several of the most common cellulitis mimics to aid in their differentiation, as timely diagnosis and appropriate management are important for the growing geriatric population. A validated clinical tool for diagnosis and differentiation of these conditions would be of great use.

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Titel: Cellulitis Mimics in the Geriatric Patient
verfasst von: Amy K. Blake
Estefanía Cruzval-O’Reilly
Christopher Sayed
Publikationsdatum: 07.11.2020
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports / Ausgabe 4/2020
Elektronische ISSN: 2196-7865
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-020-00334-6

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