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June 17, 2026International Wound JournalOpen Access

Staff Perspectives on Non‐Routine Compression Therapy for Inpatients With Venous Leg Ulcers: A Qualitative Study

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YLYaping LianLBLinda BirtFPFiona Poland

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Overview

Qualitative study explores hospital staff perspectives on compression therapy provision for venous leg ulcers, suggesting implications for practice.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore the perspectives of hospital staff regarding the provision of compression therapy for venous leg ulcers.
  • Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 11 hospital staff members.
  • Participants were selected from a larger study confirming non-routine application of compression therapy.
  • Interviews were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.
  • Venous leg ulcer care was often deprioritized in hospitals, affecting clinician engagement.
  • Organizational constraints and lack of formal leg ulcer training were notable issues.
  • Some clinicians demonstrated empathy for patients, highlighting their professionalism.

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Lian et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a323e6ad50b63ecad207b28https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.70976
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