Leaky veins vs. blocked arteries: Does it impact hard-to-heal leg ulcers?
Chronic leg ulcers are a significant clinical challenge, affecting millions worldwide. They result from various underlying pathophysiological mechanisms, primarily categorized into arterial ulcers, caused by blocked arteries, and venous stasis ulcers, resulting from leaky veins. Distinguishing betwe...
| Publicado en: | Wounds International Vol. 17; no. 2; pp. 22 - 28 |
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| Autores principales: | , |
| Formato: | algorithm care plan pictorial tables/charts Journal Article |
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SB Communications Group, A Schofield Media Company
Jun2026
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| Acceso en línea: | Ver este registro en EBSCOhost |
| Sumario: | Chronic leg ulcers are a significant clinical challenge, affecting millions worldwide. They result from various underlying pathophysiological mechanisms, primarily categorized into arterial ulcers, caused by blocked arteries, and venous stasis ulcers, resulting from leaky veins. Distinguishing between these ulcer types is critical, as management strategies differ substantially. This article examines the role of arterial versus venous insufficiency in wound healing and explores evidence-based diagnostic and treatment approaches. |
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