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Diabetic Foot and Work Outcomes: A Review
Theodoros Panou1,2, Nikolaos Papanas2, Evanthia Gouveri2
1Laboratory of Social Medicine, Medical School, Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece.
The International Journal of Lower Extremity Wounds
|March 20, 2024
Summary
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) significantly reduce work productivity and increase absenteeism. Many patients face job loss and unemployment, highlighting the need for interventions to mitigate these adverse effects.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Public Health
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) represent a significant complication of diabetes.
- DFUs can severely impact a patient's quality of life, including their professional capacity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the existing literature on the impact of diabetic foot ulcers on employment status and work productivity.
- To synthesize findings regarding presenteeism, absenteeism, and job loss in DFU patients.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and national repositories.
- The search covered publications from 2000 to 2023, focusing on studies examining work-related outcomes in DFU patients.
Main Results:
- DFU patients experience substantial productivity loss, with estimated losses exceeding one-third of working time.
- 15-34.3% of patients report significant workplace environmental changes due to DFUs.
- 20-31.7% of DFU patients face job loss and unemployment, with amputations exacerbating these issues.
Conclusions:
- Diabetic foot ulcers have a demonstrably negative effect on employment status and work productivity.
- Further research with larger participant numbers is crucial to develop effective mitigation strategies.
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