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The prevalence of stasis dermatitis is bimodal, with increased prevalence among the young and elderly.

Stasis dermatitis is caused by retrograde blood flow due to incompetent valves.

Ultrasound is a diagnostic modality that can be used if the clinical diagnosis of stasis dermatitis is uncertain.

Stasis dermatitis typically involve the distal upper and lower extremities.

Around 15% of patients in the general population present with stasis dermatitis, making it the most common dermatological condition.

Stasis dermatitis may be associated with tingling, swelling, and cramps.

Stasis dermatitis typically presents unilaterally, which can be differentiated from cellulitis which typically presents bilaterally.

Compression therapy is often recommended along with leg elevation and daily exercise.

Open surgical intervention is the initial minimally invasive and definitive treatment for stasis dermatitis.

Stasis dermatitis is associated with increased risk of allergic contact dermatitis due to increased rates of contact sensitization.