From the Table of Contents: General care plan and psychological aspects.- Leg ulcers.- Anatomy and function of the venous system in the lower extremity.- Varicose veins.- Possible consequences of varicose veins.- Type of varicose veins.- Patho-physiology of edema.- Further factors regarding pathogenesis of edema.- Lymphatic System of the lower extremity.- Thrombosis, Stasis: Therapeutic approaches.- Basics on compression therapy.- Pressure Ulcers.- Wound healing processes.- Therapeutic concepts for chronic wounds.- Additional aspects of different wounds.- Additional information on new products