This article describes the correct use and length of graduated elastic compression stockings to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in general surgical patients. The...
As part of Nursing Standards clinical skills series, this article discusses how to apply graduated elastic compression stockings, which are used as a prophylactic...
A leg ulcer is loss of skin ‘below the knee, anywhere on the leg or foot which takes more than six weeks to heal’ (Dale et al 1983). Approximately 1 to 2 per cent of...
