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Neuropathic ulcers of the foot

The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British volume, 1985
We report a prospective study of the causes and treatment of 26 long-standing neuropathic ulcers of the foot in 21 patients. The most important causal factor, well illustrated by pressure studies, was the presence of a dynamic or static deformity leading to local areas of peak pressure on insensitive skin. All but one of the 26 ulcers had healed after
A I, Lang-Stevenson   +3 more
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Foot Ulcers

New England Journal of Medicine, 2000
The role of the primary care physician in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of pedal wounds is critical (Table 2). Patient education is essential for the reduction of risk factors and for the early recognition of foot complications. Careful assessment of vascular disease (leading to bypass surgery when indicated), evaluation and management of ...
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Computer aided detection of diabetic foot ulcer using asymmetry analysis of texture and temperature features

, 2020
Diabetic foot ulcer is a foremost complication of poorly controlled diabetes mellitus leading to lower extremity amputation. Early identification depends on repeated risk assessment, preferably on a day-to-day basis especially for high-risk patients. The
Saminathan J   +4 more
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Foot Ulcer Management

Journal of Wound Care, 1997
It has been suggested that 45% of lower limb amputations occur in patients with diabetes1. Yet, in areas where there are specialist diabetic foot clinics, amputation rates fall. This was initially demonstrated by Edmonds et al2 and is now becoming the experience of many such clinics around the UK.
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Diabetic foot ulcers

The American Journal of Surgery, 1994
Neuropathic and vascular changes in patients with diabetes mellitus put them at risk for developing chronic foot wounds after minor trauma or after pressure has caused a breakdown in the integrity of the skin. Accurate diagnosis of the underlying cause is the first step toward a successful treatment plan, and in patients with severe ischemia, vascular ...
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Managing Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Home Healthcare Nurse: The Journal for the Home Care and Hospice Professional, 1999
This article discusses optimal care for a diabetic foot wound including use of a protocol with standards for assessment, treatment, and prevention. Patient and family education is also pivotal to the plan's success.
E, Fowler   +4 more
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Efficacy of comprehensive ozone therapy in diabetic foot ulcer healing.

Diabetes & metabolic syndrome, 2019
BACKGROUND Diabetic foot ulcer is one of the common complications of diabetes disease that is costly and difficult to treat. This problem can lead to morbidity and even mortality.
M. Izadi   +8 more
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An atypical, painful foot ulcer

International Journal of Dermatology, 2002
A 27‐year‐old woman presented with a 2‐year history of a progressively enlarging, painful ulcer on her right foot. Two years earlier, she had noticed an apparent wart on her right foot. The lesion had been treated with liquid nitrogen. An ulcer developed at the site of treatment and enlarged progressively, becoming so painful that she had difficulty ...
Jona K, Gill   +2 more
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Treatment for diabetic foot ulcers

The Lancet, 2005
People with diabetes develop foot ulcers because of neuropathy (sensory, motor, and autonomic deficits), ischaemia, or both. The initiating injury may be from acute mechanical or thermal trauma or from repetitively or continuously applied mechanical stress.
Peter R, Cavanagh   +3 more
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Foot ulceration in diabetic patients

Nursing Standard, 2000
Foot care is very important if patients with diabetes are to avoid ulceration complications. Kate Springett explains the importance of educating the patient to be aware of signs and symptoms of foot ulceration, and outlines the best management techniques within the scope of a multiprofessional care team.
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