Case study · Chronic stump ulcer
A chronic stump ulcer: tissue repair after prolonged non-healing
A four-year non-healing stump ulcer in a patient with diabetes and end-stage renal disease.
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Presentation
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Clinical care
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Follow-up
Clinical context
Presentation and assessment.
48-year-old male. The case record notes multiple conventional dressings and offloading methods had been tried previously without success.
Care pathway documented in this case
- Collagen dressing therapy
- Ongoing wound monitoring
- Clinical review of pain and mobility
Outcome & follow-up
Progress is recorded with context.
The presentation records complete healing in two months with meaningful pain reduction and improved mobility.
This is a consent-led clinical record. Individual treatment pathways and outcomes vary for every patient.
A qualified clinician must assess an individual wound, circulation, sensation and infection risk before recommending care.
Clinical image record
The documented care journey.
Images are shown as part of the clinical record and should be viewed with respect for patient privacy and context.
A considered next step
Every case needs its own assessment and plan.
This record illustrates one patient journey. Speak with the MMC team to understand what assessment and care may be appropriate for your situation.