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Working together to improve outcomes for patients with chronic oedema/wet legs

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Working together to improve outcomes for patients with chronic oedema/wet legs

Sally-Anne Bradford, Sue Rossiter
6 March 2020

Chronic oedema is a life-long condition that can be complicated by excess fluid leaking onto the skin, resulting in ‘wet legs’. Prevention, early intervention and the provision of appropriate compression are key to optimising patient outcomes. The authors developed timely chronic oedema strategy for community nurses to reduce their caseloads and improve patient quality of life. This article outlines the challenges and phases involved in the project.

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