Epistemis

Chronic skin ulcer

Specialty: Skin.

  • sore that does not close
  • ulcer

Why it occurs

  • Venous (malleolar)
  • Arterial (ischemic)
  • Neuropathic (diabetic foot)
  • By pressure
  • Neoplastic

Initial workup

ITB, vascular examination and sensitivity; biopsy if atypical.

red flags

Ulcer with irregular edges that does not heal (rule out neoplasia) or with signs of infection/ischemia.

Standard management

  • Cure according to type + cause control — compression in venous, revascularize in arterial

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousFacial telangiectasias
Area
Skin
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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