Images of Ulcer, Stasis (Venous Ulcer) Overview. A stasis ulcer is a breakdown of the skin (ulcer) caused by fluid build-up in the skin from poor vein function (venous insufficiency). Fluid leaks from the veins into skin tissue when the blood backs up rather than returning to the heart through the veins.
Allied is defined as two or more things that are similar or related to each other. An example of birds that are allied are the various types of finches. The definition of allied is two or more individuals, organizations, or countries who are working together toward the same purpose as a result of a mutual agreement. An example of countries that were allied are the United States and Great Britain in World War II.
Allied health is a blanket term which is used to refer to a wide variety of health professions, with the exclusion of doctors and nurses.