Wagner Ulcer Grade Classification Scale Flashcards
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Wagner Ulcer Grade Classification System
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0-5 Scale based on wound depth and presence of infection
2
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What is the WUGCS used for?
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Primarily diabetic ulcers but can be used for neuropathic, ischemic, or arterial etiology ulcers
3
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0
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No open lesion, but may have pre-ulcerative lesions, healed ulcers, or presence of bony deformity
4
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1
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Superficial ulcer not involving subcutaneous tissue
5
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2
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Deep ulcer with penetration through the subutaneous tissue**
Potentially exposing bone, tendon, ligament, or joint capsule
6
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3
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Deep ulcer with osteitis, abscess, or osteomyelitis
7
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4
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Gangrene of digit
8
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5
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Gangrene of foot requiring disarticulation
