Gaiter ulcer I83.0

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Extended, usually broad venous ulcer encompassing the lower leg in its entire circumference.

Etiopathogenesis
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Chronic venous insufficiency.

Therapy
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Treatment of the underlying disease. See also chronic venous insufficiency. Stage-specific wound treatment.

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Chronic venous insufficiency (overview); Venous leg ulcer; Wound treatment;

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Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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