You note a painful ulcerative lesion near the medial malleolus, with accompanying hyperpigmentation. Which of the following etiologies is most likely?
A) Arterial insufficiency
B) Neuropathic ulcer
C) Venous insufficiency
D) Trauma
C) Venous insufficiency
These features are most consistent with venous insufficiency. You may also see scaling, redness, varicosities, and other findings. Arterial insufficiency usually affects distal or traumatized areas. Other clues of arterial insufficiency would most likely be present. Neuropathic ulcers occur because of decreased sensation and are common in patients with neuropathy. They are often over bony prominences with surrounding calluses.
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