@FebrilePodcast focuses State of the Art (StAR) on limb preservation with @USC Professors DG Armstrong, @TzeWoeiTan, @Emory Professor @LimbsandLungs and @UW_medicine Prof. Meghan Brennan #ActAgainstAmputation @IDSAInfo @USC_Vascular

https://player.captivate.fm/episode/46e6e398-323e-4acc-b272-a6c43efb1382 Episode 98 of the Febrile podcast 98: StAR: Diabetes-related Foot Infections Episode 98 • 22nd April 2024 • Febrile • Sara Dong Shownotes This StAR episode features the CID State-of-the-Art Review on evaluation and management of diabetes-related foot infections. Our guest stars this episode are: Dr. Meghan Brennan (ID physician at University of Wisconsin) Dr. Marcos Schechter (ID physician... Continue Reading →

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@AudibleBleeding #Podcast: How to Heal a Heel (or Limb Preservation is a Team Sport) #ActAgainstAmputation @VascularSVS

Thanks to the team at Audible Bleeding for putting together such a great group of characters-- led by Rachael Forsythe (and friends). Here is the link to the episode and the show notes. In today’s episode, Dr. Rachael Forsythe (@ROForsythe), consultant vascular surgeon at NHS Lothian, leads a fictional case-based discussion with leaders in managing diabetic foot... Continue Reading →

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Understanding Nutritional Assessment in Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management: Insights from a Recent Study

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a severe complication of diabetes, leading to significant morbidity and even mortality. A critical factor influencing the healing of these ulcers is the nutritional status of the patient. A recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition has shed light on the effectiveness of two nutritional assessment tools—the Global... Continue Reading →

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Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Life-Threatening Issue in Need of Help via @Medscape #ActAgainstAmputation #DiabeticFoot

Great work from reporter Kathleen Doheny The photo of the patient's foot, sent from his campsite, included a cheeky note: "I remember you telling me that getting in trouble doing something was better than getting in trouble doing nothing. This lets me get out there and know that I have feedback." The "this" was the patient's "foot... Continue Reading →

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Study: Evaluating the impact of an interdisciplinary integrated limb preservation service operating concurrently with a single‐specialty service #ActAgainstAmputation #ALPSLimb #ToeandFlow #DiabeticFoot @USC_Research @USC_vascular @KeckSchool_USC @RanchoRehab @SoCalCTSI

To our knowledge, this is the first manuscript detailing outcomes associated with building a limb preservation unit concurrent with a pre-existing single specialty program. This, we hope, helps provide additional data supporting the fact that this type of interdisciplinary program can thrive in a variety of environments. To summarize: 45% reduction in amputation, 5x increase... Continue Reading →

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The Crucial Role of pH in Healing Diabetic Foot Ulcers:

Screenshot Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a common and severe complication of diabetes, leading to significant morbidity and, in severe cases, amputation. The healing process of these ulcers is complex and can be hindered by various factors, including infection and poor blood circulation. A recent observational study conducted by Yiru Wang and colleagues at Huadong... Continue Reading →

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#Mortality in people with a diabetes foot ulcer: An update from the Salford podiatry clinic follow‐up study #ActAgainstAmputation #

Screenshot Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a severe and often overlooked complication of diabetes, carrying a significant risk of mortality. A recent update from the Salford podiatry clinic follow-up study, led by Heald et al., sheds new light on the mortality rates among individuals with DFUs, emphasizing the critical need for early intervention and comprehensive... Continue Reading →

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USC-Led Study Leverages Artificial Intelligence to Predict Risk of Bedsores in Hospitalized Patients @USCMann @KeckSchool_USC @USC_Vascular @DrWmPadula

By Michele Keller • April 9, 2024 Image/Adobe Stock Bedsores—also known as pressure injuries—are the fastest rising hospital-acquired condition, according to the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research in Quality, and as a result have become the second most common reason for medical malpractice suits in the United States.  Although most hospital-acquired pressure injuries are reasonably preventable,... Continue Reading →

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Improving Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment: A New Tool with PRBM?

In the realm of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) management, the quest for more effective treatments is relentless. The stakes are high, as the complications associated with DFUs can lead to severe infections and, in the worst cases, amputations. The recent study led by our team presents an interative advancement in this field, offering new hope... Continue Reading →

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