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Arterial ulcers develop as a consequence of reduced arterial blood flow to the leg, the main cause of which is peripheral arterial disease (PAD). PAD affects up to 20% of the population aged 60 years...
The financial burden to the NHS of treating leg ulcers (in terms of healing rates, duration of ulcers and recurrence rates) is estimated to be £1.8 billion per year and accounts for 13% of all...
Management of lymphoedema is lifelong and is focused around reducing and re-routing the swelling by applying compression and carrying out lymphatic massage, maintaining healthy skin and preventing...
Treatment of VLU and chronic oedema should be preceded by a thorough assessment leading to an accurate diagnosis of the underlying pathophysiology and identification of any contraindications to...
The natural ageing process results in dry, fragile, and thinner skin. This is compounded by the skin changes associated with lower leg problems, eg hyperkeratosis, papillomatosis, ulceration, and...
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