Asti, Italy โ November 2024 โ This past weekend, Asti welcomed Professor David G. Armstrong, a global leader in diabetic foot research and limb preservation, as the keynote speaker at the Italian Academy of Wound Care (IAWC) Masterclass. Addressing an international audience of healthcare professionals, Dr. Armstrong presented groundbreaking insights into surgical reconstructive techniques aimed at... Continue Reading →
New Insights into Physical Activity and Diabetes-Related Amputation Prevention – lessons from 1.9 million people
Screenshot Important work published in the Journal of Diabetes underscores the critical role of regular physical activity in preventing lower extremity amputations among individuals with diabetes. This population-based study tracked over 1.9 million diabetic patients in South Korea, examining the link between physical activity and the risk of amputation due to complications like diabetic foot... Continue Reading →
Pioneering Podiatric Surgeon Keynotes UPMC’s 11th Wound Healing Symposium @UPMC @KeckSchool_USC @USC_Vascular
First Podiatric Surgeon to Lead Keynote Presentation on Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management Pittsburgh, PA, October 26, 2024 โ In an keynote address at the 11th Annual UPMC Wound Care Symposium, Dr. David G. Armstrong, professor of surgery and neurological surgery at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine and a globally recognized authority... Continue Reading →
Can Diabetes Care Teams Improve Patient Outcomes and Value? @Medscape @USC_vascular @ALPSlimb @UMichMedicine
This from Medscape by Gary Rothenberg and me. Can Diabetes Care Teams Improve Patient Outcomes and Value?Download
Does complete resection of infected bone improve clinical outcomes in patients with diabetic foot osteomyelitis #ActAgainstAmputation
Osteomyelitis in patients with diabetes presents significant clinical challenges, often leading to prolonged treatments and complex surgical decisions. A recent study by our long-time toemigo Lavery et al. (2024) published in The International Wound Journal delves into whether complete resection of infected bone improves outcomes in these patients. Screenshot Screenshot The study analyzed data from... Continue Reading →
Mortality Rates in New Diabetes-Related Foot Ulcers: A Call for Comprehensive Management Approaches #ActAgainstAmputation
A recent cohort study published in Diabetologia by Naomi Holman, Arthur C. Yelland, Bob Young, Jonathan Valabhji, William Jeffcoate, and Fran Game highlights the alarming short-term mortality rates in individuals presenting with new diabetes-related foot ulcers (DFUs). The study analyzed data from 71,000 people registered in the National Diabetes Foot Care Audit (NDFA) in England... Continue Reading →
A life dedicated to limb preservation: @USC Prof David G. Armstrong #IWJPodcast
Here are some clips from the International Wound Journal podcast featuring Prof. Armstrong https://youtu.be/FosjHlyibQw https://youtu.be/sEw0SCMYCSY https://youtu.be/lx_IYzelTCE https://youtu.be/0CTkDePoWcs https://youtu.be/C8V2oxOtO4I
New Insights into Research for Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Decade of Research Trends #WoundHealing #Bibliometric #ActAgainstAmputation
In a recent bibliometric analysis published in Heliyon, Xiaoyun Li and colleagues examined the research hotspots and trends in nursing for diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) from 2013 to 2023. The study provides a comprehensive overview of the progression and focus areas in DFU nursing, highlighting the growing importance of risk assessment, protective measures, and clinical... Continue Reading →
Exploring the Future of Diabetic Foot Infection Diagnostics @IDSAinfo #Microbiology #DiabeticFoot #InfectiousDiseases
Diabetic foot infections are a significant concern, often leading to severe complications, including amputation. Recent advancements in molecular microbiology have shown promise in improving our understanding and management of these infections. A recent review by Sande et al. (2023) critically evaluates the use of next-generation molecular assays, such as metagenomics and metatranscriptomics, in diagnosing and... Continue Reading →
New Study Highlights Prevalence and Treatment Challenges of Diabetic Sausage Toe #ActAgainstAmputation #Osteomyelitis #DiabeticFoot
New Study Highlights Prevalence and Treatment Challenges of Diabetic Sausage Toe A recent study led by Yammine et al. (2024) sheds light on the underrecognized condition known as the "diabetic sausage toe," a presentation of osteomyelitis (OM) in diabetic patients. This study, published in the International Wound Journal, emphasizes the prevalence, clinical characteristics, and treatment... Continue Reading →