Leg Ulcer Management in Patients with Chronic Oedema
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Chronic oedema is a long-term condition as its title suggests. It causes disruption to patients’ lives and can be costly to treat if managed inappropriately. Leg ulcers in patients with chronic oedema occur more frequently than acknowledged by many healthcare professionals. This client group requires a specifi c management plan if the oedema is to be controlled and the ulceration healed. LEG ULCER MANAGEMENT IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC OEDEMA
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Leg Ulcer Management in Patients with Chronic Oedema
Chronic oedema is a long-term condition as its title suggests. It causes disruption to patients’ lives and can be costly to treat if managed inappropriately. Leg ulcers in patients with chronic oedema occur more frequently than acknowledged by many healthcare professionals. This client group requires a specifi c management plan if the oedema is to be controlled and the ulceration healed. LEG UL...
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تاریخ انتشار 2007