Investigations. Radiographs of the foot. Diagnosis. Diabetic Charcot arthropathy with rocker bottom deformity and plantar midfoot ulcer. Management. The ulcer was initially treated by debridement ...
To properly assess the diabetic patient with foot ulcers ... Examination of the foot and ulcer should include: Inspection of the plantar surfaces, between toes, tips of toes, and lateral aspect ...
It is estimated that one in three to one in five people with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer As part of his role at the British Association of Plastic and Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons ...
Studies have found that 19-34% of those managing diabetes will develop a diabetic foot ulcer at some point in their life. Once that happens, further complications can exacerbate the situation.
Skin wounds and sores, such as diabetic foot sores and pressure wounds, present a growing healthcare problem. These injuries are exacerbated by co-morbidities affecting circulation and healing ...