What is a DTI (Deep Tissue Injury)

When there isn't an open wound but the tissues beneath the surface have been damaged, the sore is called a deep tissue injury (DTI). The area of skin may look purple or dark red, or there may be a blood-filled blister.

DTI Examples

DTI educational photo

Judy Farness Baylor College DTI

DTI buttocks

Gordian Medical DTI

DTI Graphic

DTI Illustration

Pressure Injury Stage Examples

Healthy skin illustration

Healthy Skin illustration

Stage 1 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 1 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 2 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 2 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 3 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 3 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 4 Pressure Injury Illustration

Stage 4 Pressure Injury Illustration

stage 4 pressure injury photo Eric Lewis MD

Stage 4 Pressure Injury Leg Courtesy Eric Lewis MD