Key features ■ Wound dressings have evolved from simple wound coverings to more active wound management tools that directly interact with the wound environment ■ No perfect dressing exists for all wounds but when used appropriately, dressings can improve healing…
Evidence Levels: A Double-blind study B Clinical trial ≥ 20 subjects C Clinical trial < 20 subjects D Series ≥ 5 subjects E Anecdotal case reports Open full size image Leg ulcers are common and pose a major threat to…
Key Points Venous leg ulcerations are the most common cause of leg ulcers, followed by mixed venous/arterial disease and arterial insufficiency. However, up to 10% of leg ulcers are due to atypical etiologies, infections, metabolic disorders, neoplasms, and inflammatory processes.…