Podiatry

Diabetic foot ulcers are a common complication of diabetes, and they can lead to serious infections, amputations, and even death if left untreated. Managing these ulcers requires a comprehensive approach that includes wound care techniques, assessing wound healing progress, and preventive measures. This article will provide an update on the …

A new treatment is on its way providing superior results for the patients suffering from diabetic foot ulcers. Chronic diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) account for around 80% of lower limb amputations, resulting in effective medical treatment and cost burdens. Currently, the treatment for DFUs concentrates mainly on local wound care, …

Patients with diabetes are likely to be affected by Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). This type of disease is popular and enfeeble, generating a surge of serious morbidity and mortality combined with worldwide socio-economic problems. The symptoms of this disease such as infection and inflammation raise surrounding oedema of the foot. …

According to research presented by Dr. Karim Gariani from the University of Zurich, three and six weeks of therapy give similar incidences of remission in diabetic foot osteomyelitis. Diabetic foot infections are either bone or soft tissue infections below the malleoli. It is the most common issue that can come …

Risk factors associated with diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are easily found in medical records, giving clinicians a tool for early detection.

Patients with lipodystrophy have a high risk of diabetic foot ulcers, especially in the younger population.

Guest Author: Dr. Cyaandi R. Dove, D.P.M
A recent trial showed a significant reduction in wound area by 73.1% with Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT). 

With the increase in lower limb amputations due to diabetes, researchers look into how specific racial groups manage nonpharmacological modalities in prevention.  

A patient of mine who had diabetes and peripheral neuropathy came home from the hospital after a below-the-knee amputation of her right leg. She lived alone and was housebound. Having lost one leg, I knew she was at increased risk for losing her other leg. While in rehab, she had a professionally custom molded shoe made for her left foot which she started to wear.

Investigators find patients treated with GLP-1 drug had significantly lower number of amputations compared to placebo group.