Wound care

Venous leg ulcer care in St. Louis and Metro East, Illinois.

Venous ulcers usually occur on the lower leg and often come with swelling, drainage and skin discoloration. Treatment depends on controlling fluid, protecting the skin and confirming that compression is appropriate.

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What the clinician checks in a draining leg wound

Wound location, drainage and surrounding skin
Leg swelling and changes through the day
Circulation history and prior vascular testing
Current compression, mobility and ability to elevate the leg

Other clinicians may be involved.

Primary care, vascular specialists, lymphedema therapy and home health may be involved. Compression should follow a clinician’s circulation assessment and orders.

Where care happens

Follow-up for a draining or swollen leg

Gateway may provide scheduled care in a home or care facility after circulation and the compression plan have been reviewed.

Share the location, recent swelling and drainage, current compression instructions and any vascular testing or specialist involvement.