Doctors in Israel recently determined that they believe there is a link between Alzheimer’s and bedsores, finding that abnormal cell density in the skin of dementia patients is the likely reason that they are more susceptible to wounds such as pressure ulcers.

Dr. Efraim Jaul, director of geriatric skilled nursing at Herzog Hospital in Jerusalem, started the study after noticing that many patients with dementia (especially with Alzheimer’s disease) seemed more prone to developing pressure ulcers (also known as bedsores or "decubitus ulcers").

The doctors theorize that abnormal changes in the brain that lead to dementia are not localized but actually occur at the same time in other body systems, including the skin and connecting organs.

The doctors are hoping to advance a skin test which would be used to pinpoint a patient's type and state of dementia in order to suppress the progressive of cognitive decline.

A link to the article can be found HERE.

The New York nursing home neglect and abuse attorneys at Leitner Varughese have recovered over $50 MILLION alone in verdicts and settlements on behalf of the victims of nursing home neglect and abuse, specifically on behalf of victims of bedsores, pressure ulcers and decubitus ulcers.

The attorneys at Leitner Varughese are among New York’s most recognized and respected leaders in the area of nursing home abuse and negligence litigation. Both in and out of the courtroom, our attorneys are leading the charge to establish an environment where substandard care will not be tolerated. Neglect and abuse come in many different forms. Know some of the major signs: ​Bedsores (also known as pressure ulcers) Falls (resulting in serious injury) Malnutrition Dehydration Choking Incidents Medication Errors Loss of dignity Wrongful death If you believe that a loved one may have been the victim of nursing home neglect or abuse in New York, please call Leitner Varughese at (212) 671-1110 or (855) LV LAW NY for a free consultation.