Waterlow score

Waterlow score

The 'Waterlow score (or scale) gives an estimated risk of a patient developing a pressure sore. It is named after Judy Waterlow.

External links

* The [http://www.judy-waterlow.co.uk/waterlow_score.htm Waterlow Assessment Score]


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