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Foot and ankle ulcers associated with hematologic disorders.

L A Levy

    Clinics in Podiatry
    |October 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    Foot and ankle ulcers may increase due to chronic diseases and medications affecting blood. Physicians should consider blood disorders as a cause for these ulcers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hematology
    • Vascular Medicine
    • Podiatry

    Background:

    • Modern medical advancements prolong life, leading to increased prevalence of chronic diseases.
    • Certain pharmaceutical agents can induce hematologic complications as side effects.
    • Foot and ankle ulcers are a significant clinical concern, particularly in patients with underlying health issues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the potential link between hematologic disorders and the development of foot and ankle ulcers.
    • To raise physician awareness regarding the role of blood dyscrasias in ulcer etiology.
    • To emphasize the importance of considering hematologic conditions in the differential diagnosis of foot and ankle ulcers.

    Main Methods:

    • This study is a review of existing literature and clinical observations.
    • Analysis of case studies where hematologic disorders were implicated in foot and ankle ulcer formation.
    • Discussion of the mechanisms by which blood dyscrasias can lead to tissue damage and ulceration.

    Main Results:

    • Blood dyscrasias, including various hematologic disorders, can manifest with secondary foot and ankle ulcers.
    • The prolonged survival of patients with chronic diseases increases their susceptibility to such complications.
    • Drug-induced hematologic abnormalities are a notable contributing factor to ulcer development.

    Conclusions:

    • Hematologic disorders represent a significant, often overlooked, cause of foot and ankle ulcers.
    • Comprehensive patient evaluation, including hematologic assessment, is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
    • Increased vigilance for blood dyscrasias is warranted in patients presenting with non-healing foot and ankle wounds.

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