A recent study published in Therapeutic Advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism compares two approaches for managing diabetic foot with osteomyelitis: amputation versus circular external fixation (CEF). The research highlights a pressing issue in diabetes care, as Charcot foot—a severe complication involving infected ulcers—often leads to amputation, with five-year mortality rates reaching as high as 70%.... Continue Reading →
Relationship between WIfI Stage and Quality of Life at the time of Revascularization in the @BEST_CLI Trial #ActAgainstAmputation @ALPSlimb
Another important contribution to the literature from the Best CLI trial from Jeff Syracuse and coworkers. Type of Research: This is prospectively collected data from a randomized clinical trial. Key Findings: Patients presenting with WIfI stage 4 were more often current smokers, had end stage renal disease, diabetes, and were not independently ambulatory. WIfI stage 4, compared... Continue Reading →