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Bedsore is an example of which of the following type of ulcer?

A
Tropical ulcer
B
Trophic ulcer
C
Venous ulcer
D
Post thrombotic ulcer
High-Yield Explanation
Bedsore and perforating ulcers are typical examples of trophic ulcers. Trophic ulcers have punched-out edge with slough in the floor resembling a gummatous ulcer. Factors predisposing its development are: injury, anemia, moisture, pressure and malnutrition. Ref: Bailey and Love's Sho Practice of Surgery, 24th Edition, Page 939; A Manual of Clinical Surgery, 6th Edition, Page 51; Schwaz's Principles of Surgery, 9th Edition, Chapter 9.

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