LLLT was recognized as a potential method in the comprehensive treatment of DFUs. Further well designed and high-quality studies are required to confirm the role of LLLT in the management of DFUs (Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice)
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Unplanned 30-day readmission in patients with diabetic foot wounds treated in a multidisciplinary setting
We found a 17% unplanned 30-day readmission rate in this prospective cohort of DFU patients enrolled in a multidisciplinary diabetic foot service. Only current smoking and hypertension were independent predictors of readmission after risk adjustment (Journal of Vascular Surgery)
Diabetic Microangiopathy Is an Independent Predictor of Incident Diabetic Foot Ulcer
The presence of DR and Alb significantly increases the risk of diabetic foot ulcer development (Journal of Diabetes Research)
Association of diabetic foot ulcer and death in a population-based cohort from the United Kingdom
These results suggest that either there are major unknown risk factors associated with both diabetic foot ulcers and death, or that diabetic foot ulceration itself is a serious threat, which seems unlikely. A diabetic foot ulcer should be seen as a major warning sign for mortality, necessitating closer medical follow-up (Diabetic Medicine)
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