Diabetic Foot Infections - 25/07/25
, Peter A. Crisologo, DPM b, c, Avneesh Chhabra, MD d, e, f, Orhan K. Öz, MD, PhD dRésumé |
Diabetes is a growing public health concern, with diabetic foot infections (DFI) being one of the leading causes of lower extremity limb amputation in the United States. Accurate diagnosis of DFI requires a combination of clinical, laboratory, and radiologic tests to determine the extent and depth of infection, including the presence of osteomyelitis. Treatment often includes a combination of antibiotics and surgical debridement. Addressing comorbidities such as peripheral vascular disease, glycemic control, and offloading pressure from ulcers and bony prominences is paramount to achieving a successful outcome, and patients should ideally be managed by dedicated interdisciplinary teams.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Diabetic foot infection, Osteomyelitis, Peripheral vascular disease, Offloading
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Vol 39 - N° 3
P. 465-482 - septembre 2025 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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