An 82-year-old patient had been suffering from moderately painful, persistent, shallow ulceration in his right leg for the past three years. The ulcerations got recurrently infected and had to be treated with antibiotics and dressings. Skin grafting was not successful. The ulcer had a dry, pigmented, and scaly appearance. The patient was non-diabetic, appeared healthy, and had normal skin sensation.
However, his pedal pulses appeared to be palpable. *This Case Challenge is from the Editorial Team of Docplexus and is meant for educational purposes only. ##Disclaimer## The content provided on Docplexus is intended for educational purposes only. While we strive to ensure its accuracy, we make no warranties, explicit or implied, about the suitability, reliability, or adequacy of the information, including data visualization elements and graphics. We do not endorse any medical treatment,…
