Optimal Compression Therapy and Wound Care for Venous Ulcers

被引:14
作者
Lurie, Fedor [1 ,2 ]
Bittar, Samir [1 ]
Kasper, Gregory [1 ]
机构
[1] ProMed Jobst Vasc Inst, 2109 Hughes Dr, Toledo, OH 43606 USA
[2] Univ Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA
关键词
Compression therapy; Venous ulcers; Wound care; LEG ULCERS; PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION; SOCIOECONOMIC IMPACT; INTERFACE PRESSURE; PUBLIC-HEALTH; RISK-FACTORS; INSUFFICIENCY; ULTRASOUND; STOCKINGS; BIOFILMS;
D O I
10.1016/j.suc.2017.11.006
中图分类号
R61 [外科手术学];
学科分类号
摘要
Venous leg ulcers remain a major public health issue with significant economic impact. Two main components of the management of patients with venous leg ulcers are compression therapy and wound care. This article addresses principles and specific aspects of compression therapy and focal wound care for patients with venous leg ulcers.
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页数:13
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