Abstract
Objectives: To verify in the literature how a sickle leg ulcers Prevention and Treatment Unit works in a blood center. Bibliographic review: Traditionally, the main treatment for sickle leg ulcer remains a combination of local hygiene to prevent inflammation and infection, leg elevation, and prolonged rest, which is generally not feasible; in addition to these, there are other forms of treatment based on topical and systemic therapies, such as gel dressings, topical antibiotics, zinc supplementation, skin grafts and blood transfusions. The study demonstrated the necessary paths for the construction of a Sickle Cell Ulcer Treatment and Prevention Unit, identified the therapeutic management of cases and the bibliographic survey on the approaches and management of sickle leg ulcers, as well as preventive measures and their application. Final considerations: Taking care of a person with wounds requires professionals responsible for care, where a range of therapeutic possibilities is needed to help manage these cases, as well as improve the quality of care provided. Therefore, it is up to nurses to intervene consensually in the proper choice of treatment for sickle cell ulcers.