IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-9-5-25349 Original Research Paper Efficacy of Vasa Kshara on Dushtavrana [non- healing ulcers] - A single case study M Dr. May 2020 9 5 01 02 ABSTRACT

Ulcer and wound managements have prime importance in the field of surgical practise, it continuous as a challenge from ancient to modern era due to its diversity in onset and management hurdles. Healing is a mechanism where the body attempts to regain the integrity of injured part. Many factors like systemic illness, malnutrition, vascular insufficiency may delay the process of healing. In Ayurveda many procedures and different formulations are enumerated for Vrana management by our Acharyas. In Sushrutha Samhita Acharya elaborated about Vrana, Dushtavrana and its 60 types of treatment modalities. Kshara application is a unique parasurgical procedure one among them and it works as potent debriding agent enhances formation of healthy granulation tissue and proper healing. Vasa is one of the medicinal plants for the preparation of Kshara mentioned in classics. A case report of 52 years old man presenting with non healing ulcers above and below of the lateral aspect of right ankle joint associated with pus discharge, unpleasant smell, inflammation and along with discolouration in the surrounding area with itching has been presented here