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Erosive pustular dermatosis: a complication in chronic venous leg ulcers.

Erosive pustular dermatosis (EPD) of the leg is a rare condition that is challenging and complex to diagnose and treat. This cutaneous inflammatory disease is associated with trophic changes of the lower limb, and while its incidence is unknown, it is believed to be more common than previously thoug...

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Published in:Journal of Community Nursing Vol. 35; no. 3; pp. 42 - 50
Main Author: Duffus-Grovell, Delma
Format: case study pictorial tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Wound Care People Limited Jun2021
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        affil: tissue viability nurse specialist (community), Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
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          Skin Diseases Diagnosis
          Venous Ulcer Complications
          Edema Pathology
          Skin Diseases Etiology
          Middle Age
          Male
          Patient History Taking
          Physical Examination
          Diagnosis, Differential
          Middle Aged: 45-64 years
          Male
      ab: Erosive pustular dermatosis (EPD) of the leg is a rare condition that is challenging and complex to diagnose and treat. This cutaneous inflammatory disease is associated with trophic changes of the lower limb, and while its incidence is unknown, it is believed to be more common than previously thought. Care of leg ulcers poses a considerable burden to the health service, although it is estimated that only half of patients receive the appropriate treatment. This article reflects on the case of a patient with chronic ulcerated and swollen legs who was referred to a wound advisory clinic by his GP. It critically assesses the data from the patient history, physical examination and treatment decisions. It is hoped that describing this case -- patient history, findings from physical examination and treatment plan -- will help further community nurses' understanding of the condition.
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