Risk factors of incontinence-associated dermatitis in older adults: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Due to their ageing skin, older adults are more likely to develop incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD). Although previous attempts to look at the risk factors for IAD in older adults were done, methodological barriers hindered an in-depth understanding. By investigating risk factors for IAD in the ageing population, the development of precise clinical interventions and guidance could be facilitated, which in turn would enhance patient care standards for incontinence management in this target group. To address this knowledge gap, this systematic review with meta-analysis aims to explore the major risk elements linked to IAD among older adults.

Methods and analysis

The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Protocols are adhered to

SUBMITTER: Fan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10748873 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature