Insuffisance cardiaque et ulcère de stase : une association significative (étude prospective de 100 cas)

This study highlights two risk factors for stasis ulcer: artificial knee joints (in the univariate analysis only) and HF. An increase in leg oedemas is probably an important mechanism but we suggest the role of hypoxaemia in patients with isolated left HF. We advise an internist approach in the management of venous leg ulcers, which we prefer to name stasis ulcers, before having ruled out a general disease. In particular, we recommend a consultation with a cardiologist in the event of doubt.