Abstract: The population-based incidence of diabetic foot ulcers is 1–4% (prevalence 4–10%), and the risk of amputation is 10–30-fold higher in people with diabetes compared with the general population. Global estimates suggest that every year, one million people with diabetes undergo some sort of lower limb amputation. This chapter reviews the aetiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of diabetic foot ulcers, including those of neuropathic and ischaemic origin. The features of Charcot's neuroarthropathy are reviewed. In treating diabetic foot ulcers, key components of care may include off-loading, debridement, dressings and antibiotics. Macrovascular disease in the lower limb should be investigated and treated, especially if there is ischaemic ulceration.
Publication Year: 2010
Publication Date: 2010-07-23
Language: en
Type: other
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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