In the May 2019 Journal Club webinar, Kara Couch, MS, CRNP, CWCN-AP, Director of Inpatient Wound Care at the George Washington Hospital, will examine the Hypertensive Ischemic Leg Ulcer, also known as Martorell’s ulcer.  This is an atypical lower extremity ulcer that is likely underdiagnosed as some of its clinical features closely mimic other atypicals such as calciphylaxis and pyoderma gangrenosum.  Couch will review the pathophysiology of the Martorell's ulcer, discuss its prevalence and explain the appropriate workup and treatment options.

One of the distinguishing characteristics of Martorell’s is excruciating pain. Using a recent patient case, Ms. Couch will be joined by her patient to give both the provider and patient perspective in managing this rapidly progressive and extremely painful ulcer. In this particular case, the patient also has an unusual co-morbid condition called Liddle’s syndrome which will also be discussed.

AAWC’s monthly Journal Club is free to members. The next journal club is May 8 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Eastern. CLICK HERE to sign up today!