HTA Details
Compression Stockings for the Prevention of Venous Leg Ulcer Recurrence
- Publication date
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2019-February-19
- Status
- Final
- Topic Area
- Cardiac Cardiovascular
- Recommendation
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Final Recommendation
- Ontario Health, under the guidance of the Ontario Health Technology Advisory Committee, recommends publicly funding medical-grade compression stockings for the prevention of venous leg ulcer recurrence in people with a healed venous leg ulcer
- Ministry Response
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The Ministry of Health is currently reviewing this recommendation.
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To read the full OHTAC Recommendation Report for this topic, contact our Health Innovation team using the contact form to request a digital copy.
People with poor circulation in the veins of their legs sometimes develop a type of ulcer called a venous leg ulcer. This condition is difficult to treat, and even after successful healing, the ulcer may return.
Compression stockings, which provide support for the veins in the leg and help prevent blood from pooling, may be used to prevent ulcers from coming back.
This health technology assessment looked at the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of compression stockings to prevent venous leg ulcer recurrence. It also looked at the budget impact of publicly funding compression stockings and patients’ experiences with using the stockings.
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
