ICD L95.0ORPHA:542643

Livedoid Vasculopathy

Livedoid vasculopathy is a rare skin condition caused by small blood clots forming in the tiny vessels of the lower legs and feet. It leads to painful recurring ulcers that heal into smooth white scars, often with a mottled purple pattern of the surrounding skin. Management focuses on pain relief, wound care and blood-thinning or clot-preventing medicines, with testing for underlying clotting or autoimmune conditions.

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17 September 2026
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What is Livedoid Vasculopathy?

Livedoid vasculopathy is a rare skin condition caused by small blood clots forming in the tiny vessels of the lower legs and feet. It leads to painful recurring ulcers that heal into smooth white scars, often with a mottled purple pattern of the surrounding skin. Management focuses on pain relief, wound care and blood-thinning or clot-preventing medicines, with testing for underlying clotting or autoimmune conditions.

How many clinical trials are available for Livedoid Vasculopathy?

RareWays currently indexes 2 clinical trials for Livedoid Vasculopathy. Trial availability changes as new studies are registered — check the trials tab for current status.

Where does the research data for Livedoid Vasculopathy come from?

RareWays aggregates research from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, and ClinicalTrials.gov. Data is updated regularly by Rocky, RareWays' automated research engine. All articles and trials link directly to their original sources.

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