Both neuropathic ulcers and arterial ulcers occur on the feet. In the case of arterial ulcers, the blockage in the affected artery results in tissue ischemia and necrosis and the ulceration occurs ...

Wounds are more than just skin deep. They can affect every aspect of a person’s life, from mobility and independence to overall health and well-being. Whether you are dealing with ...

The predominant presenting symptoms were rest pain, Raynaud's phenomenon and skin ulceration. Other causes of occlusive arterial disease in the hand were excluded. Angiography was necessary in ...

Medically reviewed by Anisha Shah, MD Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which one or more of the arteries supplying blood to the legs, arms, head or abdomen become blocked or partially ...

Signs of PAD fall into two categories: those present in the symptomless foot at routine screening and those that accompany active foot disease, such as an ulcer. The occurrence of ischemia is ...