Research Abstract
New approaches in the medical management of venous ulceration.
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Abstract
This literature survey of the medical treatment of venous ulcers of the lower extremities discusses five classes of agents: (1) fibrinolytics, (2) hydroxyrutosides, (3) prostaglandins, (4) methylxanthines, and (5) others. The authors conclude that all these agents require further research.
Affiliation
Department of Vascular Surgery, St. James' Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
External References
- PubMed ID:
- 8434807
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