Consensus on the diagnosis and management of chronic leg ulcers - Brazilian Society of Dermatology
An. bras. dermatol
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95(supl.1): 1-18, Nov.-Dec. 2020. tab, graf
مقالة
ي الانجليزية
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| ID: biblio-1152778
ABSTRACT
Abstract Background:
Chronic leg ulcers affect a large portion of the adult population and cause a significant social and economic impact, related to outpatient and hospital care, absence from work, social security expenses, and reduced quality of life. The correct diagnosis and therapeutic approach are essential for a favorable evolution.Objective:
To gather the experience of Brazilian dermatologists, reviewing the specialized literature to prepare recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of the main types of chronic leg ulcers.Methods:
Seven specialists from six university centers with experience in chronic leg ulcers were appointed by the Brazilian Society of Dermatology to reach a consensus on the diagnosis and therapeutic management of these ulcers. Based on the adapted DELPHI methodology, relevant elements were considered in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic leg ulcers of the most common causes; then, the recent literature was analyzed using the best scientific evidence.Results:
The following themes were defined as relevant for this consensus - the most prevalent differential etiological diagnoses of chronic leg ulcers (venous, arterial, neuropathic, and hypertensive ulcers), as well as the management of each one. It also included the topic of general principles for local management, common to chronic ulcers, regardless of the etiology.Conclusion:
This consensus addressed the main etiologies of chronic leg ulcers and their management based on scientific evidence to assist dermatologists and other health professionals and benefit the greatest number of patients with this condition.
النص الكامل:
متاح
الفهرس:
LILACS الأمريكتان
الموضوع الرئيسي:
Varicose Ulcer
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Dermatology
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Leg Ulcer
نوع الدراسة:
دراسة تشخيصية
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إرشادات الممارسة
المحددات:
طفل
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البشر
البلد/الأقليم حسب الموضوع:
جنوب امريكا
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البرازيل
اللغة:
الانجليزية
مجلة:
An. bras. dermatol
موضوع المجلة:
طب الأمراض الجلدية
السنة:
2020
نوع:
مقالة
بلد الانتماء:
المؤسسة/الدولة:
Hospital Padre Bento/BR
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Universidade Estadual Paulista/BR
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Universidade Federal Fluminense/BR
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Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais/BR
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Universidade Federal de São Paulo/BR
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Universidade de São Paulo/BR
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