Medical costs of treating venous stasis ulcers: evidence from a retrospective cohort study.
Venous stasis ulcers (VSU) account for approximately 80-90% of lower extremity ulcerations. Given their prevalence and chronic nature, VSU are thought to impose a significant economic burden on Medicare (the USA's largest health insurance program) and other third party payers. However, comprehe...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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1999
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