Causes and management of leg and foot ulcers.
This article reviews the main causes of leg and foot ulcers and provides guidance for the assessment of patients with ulcers. Common treatments are reviewed in the context of underlying pathophysiological processes. Follow-up care and patient education are also addressed.
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D000359:Aftercare; D001458:Bandages; D015984:Causality; D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000209:etiology* / Q000451:nursing* / Q000503:physiopathology; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010808:Physical Examination; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing; D014945:Wound Healing