Tag: PAD

Liraglutide for Lower Limb Perfusion in People With Type 2 Diabetes: The STARDUST randomized clinical trial #PAD #CLTI

In an intriguing study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers have unveiled promising results regarding the treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD) in individuals with type 2 diabetes. The study, titled "Liraglutide for Lower Limb Perfusion in People With Type 2 Diabetes and Peripheral Artery Disease: The STARDUST Randomized Clinical Trial," led by Paola Caruso,... Continue Reading →

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The Collaborative Fight Against Diabetes-Related Amputations in the Black and Brown Community #ActAgainstAmputation @ALPSlimb @JNJInnovMed @JNJNews @steveosunsami

A must watch for anyone who cares about eliminating preventable amputation in people with diabetes. Thanks to our SALSAmiga, Dr. Dominique Woods for sending this our way. https://twitter.com/i/status/1758268481647059454 In the poignant ABC News segment "Severed: Diabetes Denial and Mistrust," the narrative extends beyond the statistics and into the heart of a community effort to combat... Continue Reading →

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More on the Potentially Innovative Approach to Neuroischemic Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Modified Tibial Cortex Transverse Transport

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a common and severe complication of diabetes, often leading to lower extremity amputations. Traditional treatments, while varied, do not always prevent the progression of these ulcers, particularly in more advanced stages. However, a recent study published by Liu et al. offers hope through a novel surgical technique known as modified... Continue Reading →

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JAMA Patient Page: how an ordinary-looking callus can mask a limb threatening wound #ActAgainstAmputation #DiabeticFoot #Diabetes #Podiatry

This published to JAMA in support of our previous publication. Thanks for JAMA editor in chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo for the heads up!

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Can Maximal Systolic Acceleration be Useful in Screening for PAD and CLTI: Study #ActAgainstAmputation

Introduction Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a critical health concern affecting millions of people worldwide. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential to manage this disease effectively and to improve patient outcomes. While traditional diagnostic methods like computed tomography angiography (CTA) offer some insights, they often come with a higher cost, invasiveness, or exposure to radiation.... Continue Reading →

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Exploring New Frontiers: A Look at PBMCs in Treating Critical Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) in People with Diabetes #ActAgainstAmputation

Exploring New Frontiers: A Look at PBMCs in Treating Critical Limb Threatening Ischemia (CLTI) in People with Diabetes In the realm of medical advancements, continuous research paves the way for better understanding and treatment of complex health conditions. A recent manuscript by Marco Meloni, Luigi Uccioli, and colleagues sheds light on a novel approach towards... Continue Reading →

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Tibial Transverse Transport (TTT), Angiogenesis, and Limb Preservation: More support as an adjunct to care? #ActAgainstAmputation #DiabeticFoot #CLTI

A recent study published in ScienceDirect has explored the role of tibial transport in limb preservation and wound healing for patients with diabetes and peripheral artery disease8. Tibial transport is a surgical technique that can improve blood circulation and promote healing in diabetic foot ulcers. In this blog post, we will discuss the findings of this... Continue Reading →

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Intersocietal PAD guidelines on the Diabetic Foot #ActAgainstAmputation #IWGDF

Here is the link to the guidelines for peripheral artery disease in people with diabetes. Diabetes-related foot complications have become a major cause of morbidity and are implicated in most major and minor amputations globally. Approximately 50% of people with diabetes and a foot ulcer have peripheral artery disease (PAD) and the presence of PAD... Continue Reading →

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American Heart Association Advocates for Early Detection and Team-Based Care in Response to Disproportionate Impact of Peripheral Artery Disease in People of Color #ActAgainstAmputation #AmericanHeartAssociation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION ADVOCATES FOR EARLY DETECTION AND TEAM-BASED CARE IN RESPONSE TO DISPROPORTIONATE IMPACT OF PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE IN PEOPLE OF COLOR LOS ANGELES, June 18, 2023 — In a new scientific statement published in the renowned Journal 'Circulation', a collective of esteemed medical researchers, including David G. Armstrong, Professor of... Continue Reading →

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BEST-CLI: The results are in and they’re likely practice-altering ActAgainstAmputation @ALPSlimb @Best_CLI #AHA22

This from our colleagues Alik Farber, Matt Menard and Ken Rosenfeld. Likely to be a game-changer in how patients with CLTI are addressed. The first results from the BEST-CLI randomised controlled trial (RCT) of 1,830 patients show that surgical bypass with adequate single-segment great saphenous vein (GSV) is a more effective revascularisation strategy for patients with chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (CLTI) who are deemed to be suitable... Continue Reading →

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