ulcers

Grade 1 Non-blanchable erythema (redness) of intact skan Discolouration of the skin, warmth, oedema, induration or hardness may also be used as indicators, particularly on individuals with darker skin Grade 2 Partaal thickness skin loss involving epidenmas, dermis, or both. The ulcer is superficial and presents clinically as an abrasion or blister Grade 3 Full thackness skin loss involving damage o or necrosis of subcutaneous tissue that may extend down to, but not through underlying fascia Grade 4 Extenseve destruction, Lissue necrosis, of damage 1o muscle, bone, or supporting structures with or without full thickness skin loss www.tissueviabilityonline.com/pu