Evaluation of the Patient with a Diabetic Foot in the Chronic Wound Service: A Case Report
Anatolian Journal of Family Medicine, vol.6, no.1, pp.45-47, 2023 (Scopus, TRDizin)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 6 Issue: 1
- Publication Date: 2023
- Doi Number: 10.5505/anatoljfm.2023.03525
- Journal Name: Anatolian Journal of Family Medicine
- Journal Indexes: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
- Page Numbers: pp.45-47
- Keywords: Diabetes mellitus, diabetic foot, injuries, wounds
- Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
Diabetic foot (DF) are wounds that appear on the feet in diabetic patients and do not heal for a long time. It is important to investigate the presence of an obstruction in the leg veins in patients with DF. DF is a common and serious complication of diabetes. It is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in diabetic patients. The principles of essential surgical and non-surgical wound care are indispensable factors in the healing of these wounds. The patient, who underwent surgical debridement, was continued with negative-pressure wound therapy and silver foam dressing for wound healing.