Updates of Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) Management Critical Review

Abstract

Diabetic foot issues are the critical reason involving non-traumatic lower limb amputation internationally. Most amputations in diabetes are preceded by foot ulceration. Therefore, an uncompromising understanding of the causes, evaluation and management of ulceration is essential. This review provides a concise description concerning the key factors contributing to the pathophysiology of the diabetic foot. The review moreover outlines an evidence-based strategy regarding the clinical evaluation and management primarily based on recently published guidelines. The importance of evaluating the presence and severity regarding wound(s), ischemia and foot infection is emphasized also, the evaluation will direct medication strategies such as, offloading, treatment of peripheral artery disorder and treatment of infection. The review additionally gives the diagnosis of osteomyelitis of the diabetic foot and discusses briefly Charcot neuroarthropathy. Finally, highlights updates amongst diabetic foot treatment.