Non-healing wounds point to poor venous function
Lower limb ulceration is a common issue in older patients, with venous ulcers affecting up to 3% of those aged over 80
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Ross is a fit and active 72-year-old male who has had worsening wounds to his lower legs, especially on the right.
Apart from well-controlled hypertension, his only medical history is an unprovoked DVT in the right leg two years ago, which was appropriately treated with apixaban. He works part-time as a butcher.
