Arterial Ulcers Flashcards by Liam Lennox | Brainscape

Q

CLINICAL FEATURES

Features of arterial ulceration to differentiate from venous

A

Smaller than venous
Deeper than venous
Well defined borders
Punched out appearance
Occur peripherally (such as toes)
Reduced bleeding
Painful

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AETIOLOGY

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Insufficient blood supply to skin due to peripheral arterial disease

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