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Summary

This poem highlights the different clinical presentations, investigations and management of arterial and venous ulcers.

Relevance

Ulcers are a very common condition seen across primary and secondary care with serious health implications for the patient. They are a common exam and OSCE question and are frequently seen on placement.

Take Home Messages

Using creative ways to learn about different medical conditions makes revision a little more bearable and may help it stick in your memory for longer than the exam duration!

Keywords: Medical Student Exams, Revision, Poetry, Ulcers, Mnemonics