Prevention and Early Detection of Ulcer Recurrence in Patients With Type II Diabetes Mellitus

Launched by INSTITUTE TECHNOLOGY AND HEALTH MUHAMMADIYAH WEST KALIMANTAN · May 23, 2024

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1. Introduction

A recurrence of a diabetic foot ulcer refers to the emergence of a new foot ulcer in individuals with a prior history of foot ulceration, irrespective of the specific location or duration since the occurrence of the previous ulcer. Even after the resolution of a foot ulcer, recurrence remains a common problem. In Indonesia, studies have indicated a recurrence rate of diabetic foot ulcers ranging from 13.30% to 35%, while global recurrence rates vary significantly among different countries. Thus, implementing prevention strategies is crucial in averting recurrence. These ...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Participants have a history of diabetic foot ulcers.
• • signed an informed consent
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Declined to participate