The aim of this study was to establish the efficacy of three different strengths of compression systems in the prevention of venous leg ulcer (VLU) recurrences during a 10-year follow up period.
Methods
An open, prospective, randomized, single-center study included 477 patients (240 men, 237 women; mean age 59 years). Patients were randomized into three groups: Group A) 149 patients (allocated to wear elastic stocking 18–25 mmHg). Group B) 167 patients (wearing compression device exerting 25–35 mmHg), and Group C) 161 patients (treated with multilayer compression system exerting 35–50 mmHg).
Results
Overall, 65% (234/360) of patients had recurrent VLU within 10 years. Recurrence occurred in 120 (96%) of 125 in group A, in 89 (66.9%) of 133 patients in group B and in 25 (24.5%) of 102 patients in group C (p < 0.05)
Conclusion
Compression systems with the higher compression class provide lower recurrence rate.
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