Invited commentary

Neuropathic diabetic foot ulceration (DFU) is a serious problem that is increasing in frequency given the epidemic of diabetes in the United States. Standard treatment, as outlined in the Society for Vascular Surgery DFU guidelines, has focused on wound offloading to relieve pressure, control of infection and wound bioburden, revascularization, and focused wound dressings. However, even in specialized wound treatment programs, the average healing time for DFUs is 4 to 6  months. During this prolonged treatment time, the wound is susceptible to the development of wound infection, increased tissue loss, osteomyelitis, and, occasionally, minor or major amputation.
Source: Journal of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: From bench to bedside Source Type: research