[Expert consensus on the application of bone cement in the treatment of diabetic wounds (2026 edition)]

Diabetic wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, represent one of the severe complications associated with diabetes mellitus, which progress rapidly, are difficult to treat, and frequently lead to amputation or even life-threatening consequences. The current treatment principles for closing the wounds are based on improving limb blood supply while combining the application of surgical techniques-such as negative-pressure drainage, wound dressing changes, and coverage with muscle flaps, skin flaps, autologous skin, or artificial skin substitutes. In recent years, numerous studies have reported on the therapeutic approach involving the initial management of diabetic wounds with bone cement, followed by skin or flap transplantation for definitive wound coverage. To further standardize the application of bone cement in the treatment of diabetic wounds, the Burns and Trauma Branch of Chinese Geriatrics Society jointly organized an expert panel to develop the Expert consensus on the application of bone cement in the treatment of diabetic wounds (2026 edition). This consensus, which is based on evidence from literature search integrating the latest advances in clinical and basic research, aims to establish a standardized protocol for treating diabetic wounds with bone cement. It serves as a critical reference for clinicians to enhance the diagnostic and therapeutic outcomes of diabetic wounds.