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Arterial Ulcers

Management of ulcers due to poor circulation.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Vascular SurgeryDermatology

Clinical Guidelines

ESVS 2022 Clinical Practice Guidelines
National
NICE guideline [CG147]: Peripheral arterial disease: diagnosis and management
National
SIGN Guideline No 120: Management of chronic venous leg ulcers
National
2016 AHA/ACC Guideline on the Management of Patients With Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease
Local
2017 ESC Guidelines on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Diseases
Local
European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS) 2022 Clinical Practice Guidelines on the Management of Chronic Venous Disease of the Lower Limbs
Local
Wound Healing Society 2023 update on guidelines for arterial ulcers
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the key clinical features that differentiate arterial ulcers from venous ulcers in primary care?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How should I assess the severity of arterial insufficiency in a patient with an arterial ulcer?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What are the recommended treatment options for managing arterial ulcers in a primary care setting?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • When should I consider referring a patient with an arterial ulcer to a vascular specialist?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What role do lifestyle modifications play in the management of patients with arterial ulcers?Updated: 8/16/2025
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