Nonsurgical Management of Chronic Wounds in Patients With Diabetes
Author: Bongiovanni, Cheryl M.
Source: Journal for Vascular Ultrasound, Volume 30, Number 4, December 2006 , pp. 215-218(4)
Publisher: Society for Vascular Ultrasound
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Abstract:
Diabetes mellitus increases the risk for disorders that result in more frequent hospitalizations, longer in-patient stays, and increased morbidity and mortality. The incidence and severity of coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, and peripheral artery macrovascular and microvascular diseases are greater in diabetics than in nondiabetics. Diabetic foot wounds are the single greatest cause of nontraumatic amputations. Unfortunately, in both inpatient and outpatient settings, diabetes management is often a secondary consideration when compared with the presenting condition or problem.Document Type: Research article
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