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Venous Ulcer
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Abstract
Leg ulcers are common problems in the adult and geriatric population with approximately 1-2% prevalence.
Sedentary lifestyle and obesity increase the incidence of leg ulcers. Deterioriation of quality of life in patients with
venous ulcers happens due to slow healing and high rate of occurrence. Diagnosis, latest treatments, and
preventive measures are essential to discuss.
Table 1. CEAP (Clinical, Etiology, Anatomy, and Physiology) classification in chronic venous disease 5