Evaluation and surgical treatment for chronic wound of leg and foot.
- Author:
Qing-jun YAO
1
;
Da-hai HU
;
Mao-long DONG
;
Ming-da XU
;
Ke TAO
;
Hong-tao WANG
;
Song-tao XIE
;
Qin ZHOU
;
Bi CHEN
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Adult; Chronic Disease; Foot Ulcer; pathology; surgery; Humans; Leg Ulcer; pathology; surgery; Longevity; Male; Surgical Flaps; Wound Healing
- From: Chinese Journal of Burns 2007;23(1):29-31
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo investigate the optimal operation method for the management of various chronic wounds in legs and feet.
METHODSFifty-one chronic wounds were evaluated according to infection, inflammatory response, and distribution in different areas of the leg and foot. Preoperative treatment was given accordingly, then transposition of skin flap, skin grafting, or amputation was performed. The healing rate after single session operation and average hospitalization were statistically analyzed.
RESULTSThe wound healing rate after single session operation was 86. 3% , the average hospital stay was (17. 8 +/- 2. 1) days, and the appearance and function of the leg and foot after operation was satisfactory.
CONCLUSIONThe appropriate preoperative treatment and operation method conforming to the wound location and evaluation are of vital importance in the management of chronic wounds in the leg and foot. Operation is one of the most effective ways to repair chronic wounds in the leg and foot, and it can shorten the wound healing process and restore the function.
