Compression Therapy

background. Compression therapy is the standard care for venous insufficiency ulcers. It reverses some of the underlying pathologies and restores a functional calf pump unit. objectives. To review the pathophysiology of venous ulcers and the different types of compression devices available. results....

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Published in:Dermatologic surgery 1998-01, Vol.24 (1), p.141-148
Main Authors: CHOUCAIR, MICHELLE, PHILLIPS, TANIA J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bandages
Humans
Pressure
Varicose Ulcer - therapy
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Summary:background. Compression therapy is the standard care for venous insufficiency ulcers. It reverses some of the underlying pathologies and restores a functional calf pump unit. objectives. To review the pathophysiology of venous ulcers and the different types of compression devices available. results. The choice of a compression device should be individualized and tailored to the need of the patient. It should be applied by skilled nurses or physicians. conclusion. Compression therapy continues to constitute the standard therapy for venous insufficiency ulcers.
ISSN:1076-0512
1524-4725
DOI:10.1111/j.1524-4725.1998.tb04067.x