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[The diabetic foot].

H Van Damme1, R Limet

  • 1Service de Chirurgie Cardio-Vasculaire et Thoracique, CHU Sart Tilman, Liège. hvandamme@chu.ulg.ac.be

Revue Medicale De Liege
|July 23, 2005
PubMed
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Diabetic foot disease involves complex factors like neuropathy and poor circulation, delaying wound healing. A multidisciplinary approach significantly reduces lower-limb amputations in high-risk patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Podiatry

Background:

  • Diabetic foot disease stems from multifactorial issues including neuropathy, ischemia, infection, and biomechanical problems.
  • Non-enzymatic glycosylation contributes to structural damage in nerves, vessels, and bones, impacting wound healing.
  • Effective management necessitates understanding these complex pathophysiological mechanisms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline a comprehensive protocol for primary and secondary preventive care of diabetic foot disease.
  • To emphasize the critical role of blood glucose control in preventing structural damage.
  • To highlight the importance of early lesion recognition and prompt ulcer management.

Main Methods:

  • Aggressive treatment of infections and vascular occlusive disease (diabetic macroangiopathy).

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  • Systematic wound care and appropriate off-loading (pressure relief) for foot ulcers.
  • Multidisciplinary team approach involving various specialists in a Diabetic Foot Clinic.

    • Main Results:

    • Evidence-based multidisciplinary treatment strategies are crucial for optimal outcomes.
    • Coordination of care by a specialized team improves patient management.
    • This integrated approach leads to a 50% reduction in major lower-limb amputations.

    Conclusions:

    • Rigid blood glucose control is paramount due to its role in structural changes.
    • Prompt diagnosis and management of foot lesions and ulcers are essential.
    • A multidisciplinary approach in a Diabetic Foot Clinic significantly reduces amputation rates in high-risk diabetic patients.