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Leg ulcers — wound debridement and compression therapy

…boot), or a class 2–3 compression stocking. Tape measure for ankle circumference — this governs the choice of material and bandaging technique. Procedure Assessment 1…

Ankle-brachial index (ABI)

…Calculation: for each leg, the highest of the dorsalis pedis and posterior tibial pressures is divided by the highest arm pressure of the two arms…

Wound suturing

…to its depth, and has not been assessed for tendon and nerve injury will heal badly however neatly the suture is placed. The commonest cause…

Endocarditis: definitions, causes, diagnosis, echocardiography & treatment

…become vulnerable and contaminated by bacteria . Infections are difficult to heal because the heart valves are not vascularized and therefore it is difficult for the…

Cryotherapy of skin lesions

…jelly around the lesion to protect the surrounding skin. Eye protection and gloves for the operator. Explain before treatment that it stings intensely during thawing…

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