The influence of polymorbidity, revascularization, and wound therapy on the healing of arterial ulceration

Figures & data

Figure 1 Risk factors and comorbidities.

Figure 2 Ulcer latency until presentation for vascular surgery.

Table 1 Wound characterization (n = 199)

Grading	Classification	Frequency	Size	Frequency	Location	Frequency
I	epidermal/dermal	7%	small (<5 cm^2)	37%	foot	78%
II	subcutaneous	82%	medium (5–10 cm^2)	35%	lower leg	19%
III	involving fasciae/muscles	9% (>10 cm^2)	large	28%	combination	3%
IV	involving tendons/bones/joints	2%
V	undermining cavities/fistulae	0

Figure 3 Vascular status of the patient with arterial ulcers.

Figure 4 Rate of healing for arterial ulcers.

Notes: Conservative N 33; Vasc 117

Figure 5 a-b Reasons for additional hospitalization.