The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds
Overview
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of wounds affecting the lower extremities. It provides a platform for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to share their expertise and latest findings in wound care, promoting evidence-based practices and innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
Publisher
Sage Publications
Start
2002
End
Continuing
Frequency
Quarterly
p-ISSN
1534-7346
e-ISSN
1552-6941
Country
United States
Language
English
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 7452
49
SJR / Ranks: 9988
426
CiteScore / Ranks: 5670
4.60
JIF / Ranks: 5746
1.7
Recent Articles
1.
Jarosikova R, Adla T, Turza P, Dubsky M, Woskova V, Sojakova D, et al.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Mar;
:15347346251323938.
PMID: 40080870
The aim of study was to confirm the hypothesis that advanced medial arterial calcification (MAC)/ small artery disease (SAD), much like the progression of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) stages can...
2.
El Morshedy H, Ismail A, Mokhtar H, El-Mahallawy A, Abd Raboh O, El-Barbary A
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Mar;
:15347346251323828.
PMID: 40080869
Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) cause a significant health care burden due to high health care costs, prolonged treatment, and high recurrence. Our study aims to compare between retrograde venous perfusion...
3.
Nakamura H, Makiguchi T, Yamada Y, Tsunoda A, Tomaru N, Yokoo S
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Mar;
:15347346251326247.
PMID: 40080868
BackgroundDiabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a severe complication of diabetes. Nutritional deficiencies, including poor nutritional status reflected by a high CONUT score and low serum zinc have been implicated in...
4.
Hu Y, Xiong F, Zhao L, Wan F, Hu X, Shen Y, et al.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Mar;
:15347346251324478.
PMID: 40080867
Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is a common complication of diabetes. It is often accompanied by infection and, in severe cases, necessitates amputation. Early diagnosis and monitoring are crucial for improving...
5.
Granieri G, Michelucci A, Cei B, Janowska A, Morganti R, Romanelli M, et al.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Mar;
:15347346251324503.
PMID: 40033755
Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a neutrophilic dermatological disorder, marked by the dysregulation of both innate and adaptive immunity. Recently, non-invasive imaging techniques, including the use of Ultra-High Frequency Ultrasound (UHFUS),...
6.
Viquez-Molina G, Rojas-Bonilla J, Aragon-Sanchez J
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Feb;
:15347346251323104.
PMID: 40012409
To evaluate whether the adoption of conservative surgical techniques in Costa Rica, facilitated by international collaboration and training, achieved outcomes comparable to those in a reference unit in Spain. This...
7.
OBrien J, McCann D, Parker C, Finlayson K, Jull A
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Feb;
:15347346251321550.
PMID: 40007230
Introduction: Physical activity is recognised for its functional, physical, and psychological benefits in managing venous leg ulcers. Despite these advantages, individuals with venous leg ulcers often remain inactive, largely due...
8.
Mahjoubi M, Rezgui B, Maatouk M, Essid N, Karoui Y, Kandara H, et al.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Feb;
24(1):192-197.
PMID: 39996358
Introduction: Because of its rarity compared to dry and wet gangrene of the lower limb, the gaseous form has often been considered as the most severe form of gangrenous disease....
9.
Zhang Y, Wang Q, Liu P, Yang X, Liang J, Zhao H
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Feb;
:15347346251321524.
PMID: 39989250
Background: Multiple studies have shown metabolites may have potential effects on Charcot foot. However, the Mendelian randomization method has not yet explored the relationship between metabolites and Charcot foot. Methods:...
10.
Dincer B, Kocali C, Elveren T, Demir S, Demir K, Dolu F, et al.
Int J Low Extrem Wounds
. 2025 Feb;
:15347346251318778.
PMID: 39943850
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of diabetic foot care training delivered using the Pecha Kucha (20*20) presentation method on the knowledge, self-efficacy, and behavior levels of patients with...