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Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd
; 1642020 04 02.
Article
in Dutch
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-32392014
ABSTRACT
Hydroxycarbamide is a cytotoxic drug that is used in haematological cancers. On long-term use (2-15 years) of 1500-2000 mg a day, there is a 9% risk of developing ulcers. This patient's ulcer was painful, of punched out aspect, with a necrotic base and swollen wound edges. Upon discontinuation of hydroxycarbamide, the wound healed within 2 months.