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Review
. 2025 Mar;60(1):77-98.
doi: 10.1016/j.cnur.2024.07.018. Epub 2024 Sep 25.

Wound Care in Venous Disease and Lymphedema

Frank Aviles Jr  1 , Elizabeth Faust  2
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Review

Wound Care in Venous Disease and Lymphedema

Frank Aviles Jr et al. Nurs Clin North Am. 2025 Mar.

Abstract

The circulatory and lymphatic systems play vital roles at the capillary level and throughout our bodies. Venous disease can lead to water-rich edema which this fluid is removed by an intact lymphatic system. However, if the lymphatic system is constantly tasked with removing edema, it can becomes damaged over time. Proper management of both systems is essential, as these progressive diseases can result in skin changes and wounds. Timely recognition and appropriate treatment is key in promoting early disease management, prevention of complications, and a healing trajectory.

Keywords: Chronic venous insufficiency; Lymphedema; Phlebolymphedema; Venous leg ulcer.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure F. Aviles—Advisor/speaker/consultant/instructor for Eva Medtec, Kent Imaging, Wound Vision, Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy, Essity, Urgo, Molnlycke Healthcare, and —AOTI Inc. E. Faust – Consultant for Mediwound, Urgo Medical, Owens & Minor, Solventum, Kerecis, Bechtel Medical, Molnlycke, Frontier Therapeutics, and Hovertech.