Trophic shin ulcer in an elderly patient

Case profile

Treatment site
Diagroup Medical Center, Ulan-Ude
Patient
male, 80 years old
Diagnosis
trophic ulcer of the posterior surface of the lower third of the left shin
History
no healing for 2 months, pain and swelling around the ulcer
Comorbidities
age-related vascular changes (chronic venous insufficiency)

Trophic shin ulcer in an elderly patient


Before Novoskin

— Slowly progressive ulcer with fibrinous coating and inflamed edges — Standard therapy with ointments and dressings ineffective — Marked pain, fear of infection and amputation

Treatment stages

Ulcer defect was debrided: fibrin was removed, edges were treated, and hemostasis was achieved. Novoskin dressing was applied to the granulating surface. Three dressing changes at 7–10-day intervals. After the first change—pain reduction and active growth of granulation tissue.

Trophic shin ulcer in an elderly patient
Process
Process

Results

After 1 week
onset of epithelialization along ulcer margins
After 2 weeks
significant reduction in affected area
After 3 weeks
complete healing of the defect, skin cover restored without scar
Outcome
patient discharged with favorable progress; pain absent
Review Лечащий врач
Even in elderly patients with chronic vascular disease, Novoskin demonstrates a rapid regenerative effect. Complete healing in 3 weeks is an excellent clinical outcome without complications.