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 →
Cost of Treatment of Neuroischemic Ulcers of the Lower Extremity in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease in the United States ActAgainstAmputation #DiabeticFoot @ALPSlimb @USC @USC_vascular @ResearchatUSC @KeckSchool_USC @JAPMAFeetTweets @APMA
This from our team USC and colleagues Paul Saatsoglou and Susan Pitman-Lowenthal. Bottom line: This study analyzed the cost of treating neuroischemic ulcers (a type of wound) on the lower extremities in patients with peripheral artery disease using medical and hospital claims records submitted for reimbursement to private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid. The study population... Continue Reading →