[Dermatosurgical treatment possibilities in leg ulcers]

On he basis of our own investigational findings in patients suffering from leg ulcers during the past 3 years, we report on general aspects regarding preoperative treatment of ulcus cruris. In addition, we give an illustrated synopsis of current dermatosurgical treatment, especially referring to leg ulcers in venous disorders. Aside from local surgical procedures, we discuss the various techniques of skin grafting as well as surgical possibilities with regard to the treatment of incompetent perforator veins.