Evidence summary: Venous leg ulcers: Diagnostic tools for venous disease

Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) are ulcers that occur on the lower leg due to venous insufficiency (disease). Colour duplex ultrasound, performed by specialists is considered the gold standard for diagnosing venous disease. Ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI) or toe brachial pressure index (TBPI) are performed using Doppler ultrasound to identify potential arterial involvement and evaluate eligibility for compression therapy. The CEAP Classification...