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Venous ulcer presenting as a pathological fracture
1Department of Dermatology, Addenbrooke's NHS Trust, Cambridge, UK.
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
|May 1, 1994
Summary
Malignant degeneration of chronic venous ulcers is rare but can lead to serious complications like pathological fractures. Regular assessment of long-standing ulcers is crucial for early detection and management.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Vascular Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Background:
- Chronic venous ulcers are common, but malignant transformation is a rare complication.
- Neglected ulcers pose a risk for developing invasive squamous cell carcinoma.