On diabetic foot, wound healing, amputation prevention, and the merger of consumer tech with medical devices
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 →
Diabetes-related foot disease (DFD) is a significant complication for individuals living with diabetes, often leading to foot ulcers and even amputations. A recent systematic review and meta-analysis by Aaron Drovandi, Leonard Seng, and Jonathan Golledge provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of educational interventions aimed at preventing and managing DFD. The Study at a Glance... Continue Reading →
In a recent study conducted by a team from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), including Iris H. Liu, MD, Rym El Khoury, MD, Jade S. Hiramoto, MD MAS, Warren J. Gasper, MD, Peter A. Schneider, MD, Shant M. Vartanian, MD, and Michael S. Conte, MD, the relevance of the BEST-CLI trial endpoints was... Continue Reading →
Ischemic diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) present a significant challenge in diabetic foot care, often leading to severe complications and amputations. A recent retrospective cohort study has shed light on the efficacy of spinal cord stimulation (SCS) compared to traditional debridement care in treating these complex wounds. The Study's Insights The study, which involved a comparative... Continue Reading →
A Novel Diagnostic Model for Diabetic Foot Ulcers: The Role of Glutamine Metabolism and Immune Infiltration Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a severe and costly complication of diabetes, affecting millions of patients worldwide. The traditional treatments, while numerous, often fall short due to issues like drug resistance and delayed wound healing. In a groundbreaking study... Continue Reading →
Our collective publication, published in the American Heart Association's circulation, is entitled "Current Status and Principles for the Treatment and Prevention of Diabetic Foot Ulcers in the Cardiovascular Patient Population," co-authored by Katherine Gallagher and colleagues, including Joseph L. Mills, David G. Armstrong, Michael S. Conte, Robert S. Kirsner, Samantha D. Minc, Jorge Plutzky, Kevin... Continue Reading →
Unveiling the Link Between Diabetic Foot Complications and Increased Mortality Risk An important study by Stedman et al. (2023), featured in Diabetes Obesity and Metabolism, sheds light on the often-overlooked impact of diabetic foot complications on mortality rates among individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D). This study not only quantifies the mortality outcomes linked to... Continue Reading →
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE World-Renowned Podiatric Surgeon Dr. David G. Armstrong Delivers Lectures on Pioneering Efforts in Limb Preservation at 3rd Latin American International Wound Healing Symposium Dr. Marvin Madrigal, Prof. Harikrishna Nair, Dr. Andrea Icaza and Prof. David G. Armstrong following Plenary Session San Jose, Costa Rica – Esteemed Professor of Surgery Dr. David G.... Continue Reading →
This published to JAMA in support of our previous publication. Thanks for JAMA editor in chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo for the heads up!
