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Understanding Skin Ulcers: Types, Causes, Symptoms, And Treatment Options
There are four main types of skin ulcers: decubitus, venous, arterial, and neuropathic. Each type has a different cause and needs different treatment. A skin ulcer is a sore or wound on your skin ...
Foot ulcers in diabetes: Simple guide for diabetics with 5 practical tips to prevent foot ulcers
neurotrophic ulcers occur on diabetic feet, and arterial ulcers due to compromised circulation.” Effects of Circulation and ...
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The Role of Peripheral Arterial Disease in the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Foot Disease: When to Refer for Vascular Surgery
Any newly occurring ulcer should be referred for assessment by a vascular surgeon within 1 working day (see United Kingdom NICE guidelines [2]). If there is no facility for urgent specialist ...
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The Role of Peripheral Arterial Disease in the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Foot Disease: When to Refer for Vascular Surgery
Peripheral arterial disease inhibits healing though ... William Jeffcoate, FRCP, Professor, Foot Ulcer Trials Unit, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Nottingham University Hospitals ...