Leg ulcers

The treatment of leg ulcers is a common and sometimes difficult problem. They can be costly to treat and are associated with loss of working capacity and sometimes significant morbidity. In the western world, leg ulcers are most frequently caused by venous insufficiency, arterial insufficiency, neur...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 1991-12, Vol.25 (6), p.965-987
Hauptverfasser:	Phillips, Tania J., Dover, Jeffrey S.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Biological and medical sciences Dermatology Humans Leg Ulcer - drug therapy Leg Ulcer - etiology Leg Ulcer - pathology Leg Ulcer - surgery Leg Ulcer - therapy Medical sciences
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Zusammenfassung:	The treatment of leg ulcers is a common and sometimes difficult problem. They can be costly to treat and are associated with loss of working capacity and sometimes significant morbidity. In the western world, leg ulcers are most frequently caused by venous insufficiency, arterial insufficiency, neuropathy (usually diabetic), or a combination of these factors. The pathogenesis, clinical features, and management of these types of leg ulcers are emphasized in this review.
ISSN:	0190-9622 1097-6787
DOI:	10.1016/0190-9622(91)70295-D