Arterial Ulcers

Arterial ulcers (also known as ischemic ulcers) arise from poor blood flow, and impaired delivery of oxygen and nutrients to our tissues.  They are most commonly occur on legs or arms, and may be very painful.

Many factors can increase your risk of developing an arterial ulcer, including:

• Cigarette smoking
• Peripheral vascular disease
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Kidney failure
• Atherosclerosis
• Trauma
• Limited joint mobility
• Advanced age