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Venous Disease |
Arterial Disease |
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Usually shallow, moist ulcers |
Ulcers with a “punched out” appearance |
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Situated on gaiter area of leg |
Base of wound poorly perfused, pale, dry |
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Edema |
Cold legs/feet (in a warm environment) |
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Eczema |
Shiny, taut skin |
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Ankle flare |
Dependent rubor |
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Lipodematosclerosis |
Pale or blue feet |
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Varicose veins |
Gangrenous toes |
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Hyperpigmentation |
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Atrophie blanche |
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Clinical Management
Assessment and Management of Venous Leg Ulcers
Point of Care Resources