Ulcer, hypodermic I83.0

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Rubbery ulcer; Ulcer rubbery

Definition
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Chronic, largely areactive venous leg ulcer caused by a pronounced inflammatory callosity of the lower leg. S.a.u. Hypodermitis.

Therapy
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Treatment of the ulcer according to its stage, see below venous leg ulcer. In case of inflammatory changes in the context of hypodermitis: acetylsalicylic acid (e.g. ASS ratiopharm) 3 times/day 500-1000 mg p.o. until the redness subsides.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020