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Evidence-based management of PAD & the diabetic foot.

Authors :
Brownrigg JR
Apelqvist J
Bakker K
Schaper NC
Hinchliffe RJ
Source :
European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery [Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg] 2013 Jun; Vol. 45 (6), pp. 673-81. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 Mar 27.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Diabetic foot ulceration (DFU) is associated with high morbidity and mortality, and represents the leading cause of hospitalization in patients with diabetes. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD), present in half of patients with DFU, is an independent predictor of limb loss and can be difficult to diagnose in a diabetic population. This review focuses on the evidence for therapeutic strategies in the management of patients with DFU. We highlight the importance of timely referral of patients presenting with a new foot ulcer to a multidisciplinary team, which includes vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists.<br /> (Copyright © 2013 European Society for Vascular Surgery. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1532-2165
Volume :
45
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
European journal of vascular and endovascular surgery : the official journal of the European Society for Vascular Surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
23540807
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejvs.2013.02.014