Punch skin grafting for patients with no-option for revascularisation chronic limb-threatening ischaemia: A case series.
Clara Masó-Albareda, Marta Ferrer-Solà, Marta Casals-Zorita et al.
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Case in brief
This case series examined the outcomes of punch skin grafting (PSG) in 10 patients with no-option chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI) ulcers. The cohort, predominantly elderly females, showed a 60% survival rate after one year, with only 20% undergoing major amputations. Six wounds achieved complete healing within an average of 5 weeks, while others demonstrated varying degrees of improvement or deterioration. PSG was associated with enhanced quality of life.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Punch skin grafting can be an effective palliative treatment for chronic limb-threatening ischaemia ulcers, potentially improving healing and quality of life in elderly patients.