Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Current Trends In Management

Abstract

The Diabetic foot is the commonest complication of Diabetes and is a leading cause of hospitalization and prolonged in – patient treatment. Diabetic foot ulcer is far and away the most frequent indication for non traumatic lower limb amputations. ppropriate preventive measures as well as patient education will markedly
reduce ulcer formation and the frequency of amputations in addition to cutting down on healthcare costs.

Key words: Amputation, Multidisciplinary team, Patient education, Prevention