title: [Leg ulcers].
abstract: In regard to their aetiology and pathogenesis, leg ulcers are considered from the viewpoint of angiology (arteries, deep and superficial veins). Their principal cause is Chronic Venous Insufficiency. The basis of treatment is to eliminate CVI in varicose veins by suppressing the varices and reducing the CVI in post-thrombotic disease. Local treatment is based on compression and begins with the elimination of infection and necrosis, followed by granulation and epithelialization. It is important to prevent recurrences by hygienic measures and especially by the eradication of varices in the ambulant patient.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D014647:Varicose Ulcer / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy
vernacular_title: Les ulceres de jambe.