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“Venous Leg Ulcer Management Principles”

WoundSource* presents…“Venous Leg Ulcer Management Principles”

Venous disease is the most common cause of lower extremity ulceration, occurring in 3% of those above the age of 80. The pathophysiology of venous ulcers is complex, with multiple theories suggested. One of the problems related to venous ulcer management lies within the research-to-practice gap. While clinical practice guidelines exist, implementation of these is often inconsistent.

The goal of this program is to delineate management of venous ulcers based on research and summarize guidelines proposed by different organizations in a practical and clinically applicable manner.

During this program, participants will learn:

  • The causes of venous ulcers
  • Evaluation of patients with venous ulcers
  • Procedural interventions that can help reach closure in venous ulcers
  • The role of compression therapy in venous ulcer management
  • Medications and topical therapy effective in treating venous ulcers
  • Lifestyle and cost considerations in the management of venous ulcers

Venous ulceration is a complex medical condition that requires knowledge of underlying causes, pathology, and management strategies. Management is often focused on local wound care and compression therapy; however, effective management goes far beyond this approach.

Presenter:

Karen Bauer, NP-C, CWS  |  Director of Wound Service  |  University of Toledo|  Division of Vascular, Endovascular & Wound Surgery

Target audience: Nursing

Questions should be directed to WoundSource.  (800) 787-1931

This program is sponsored by essity.

* NOTE: This is a supplier and industry resource-sponsored webinar. HealthTrust has not approved and/or endorsed the content. This program may contain the mention of products, services, drugs or brands presented in a case study or comparative format. Such examples are intended for educational and informational purposes and should not be perceived as a HealthTrust endorsement of any particular supplier, product, service, drug, brand or approach.