SPECT/CT predicts foot amputations in diabetics
Technetium-99m (Tc-99m) white blood cell SPECT/CT imaging may be useful for identifying diabetic patients at risk of amputations due to foot infections, according to a study published April 22 in Scientific Reports.
Researchers at Soonchunhyang University in Seoul, South Korea, found that patients were more likely to undergo amputations when they had high Tc-99m-labeled white blood cell activity at infection sites compared to patients with lower activity. The marker could help identify which patients need more aggressive interventions to avoid amputations, the group suggested.
“There is no efficient imaging tool establ...
Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - April 24, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Will Morton Tags: Molecular Imaging Source Type: news
The new high-tech electronic socks that could help to stop foot ulcers in diabetes patients
The electronic sock contains a sensor that detects whether patients are putting too much pressure on parts of the foot that are at risk of ulcers forming, researchers say. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - April 22, 2024 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Life-Threatening Issue in Need of Help Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Life-Threatening Issue in Need of Help
DFUs strike 1.6 million a year in the United States; half develop infections, which can lead to amputation and death. New treatments, new drug trial guidance, and team approach to care may help.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines)
Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines - April 16, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology News Source Type: news
Using AI to Transform Diabetic Foot and Limb Preservation Using AI to Transform Diabetic Foot and Limb Preservation
Somewhere in the world, a diabetic foot ulcer occurs every second and a limb is amputated every 20 seconds. A " foot selfie " and other automated detection technologies may help.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - April 8, 2024 Category: Dermatology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Source Type: news
Electronic BCG Sock Detects Unhealthy Gait
An electronic sock that detects an unhealthy walking style linked with diabetes and poor circulation shows promise for preventing foot ulcers and amputation (Source: Disabled World)
Source: Disabled World - April 7, 2024 Category: Disability Tags: Home Medical Devices Source Type: news
New diabetes app emphasises foot care, foot ulcer awareness
It also incorporates gamification to encourage self-health monitoring. (Source: mobihealthnews)
Source: mobihealthnews - March 20, 2024 Category: Information Technology Source Type: news
Diabetic Foot Increases the Risk for Early Death Diabetic Foot Increases the Risk for Early Death
Patients who underwent amputation due to a diabetic foot event had a greater risk for early death regardless of the presence or absence of ulcers or gangrene before the amputation.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines)
Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines - January 31, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Source Type: news
Management of leg ulceration
Julie Hewish, national tissue viability clinical lead, Health Innovation East, offers a guide to the risk factors, presentation, assessment and management of venous and arterial leg ulcers. A longer version of this module is available at Nursing in Practice 365. A leg ulcer is defined as an open wound between the knee and just... Read moreThe post Management of leg ulceration appeared first on Nursing in Practice. (Source: Nursing in Practice)
Source: Nursing in Practice - November 23, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Jon Lalljee Tags: Dermatology Diabetes Older people care leg ulcer Wound care Source Type: news
Caring for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), also called neuropathic ulcers, are one of the many complications of diabetes and a common diabetic complication that leads to hospitalization. Up to 25% of people with diabetes will develop a foot ulcer at some point during their lifetime. DFUs are also a common cause for osteomyelitis of the foot, which increases the risk for amputation. Over half of the individuals that undergo nontraumatic amputations annually in the United States are older adults, and 85% of these amputations are preceded by a DFU. (Source: Caring for the Ages)
Source: Caring for the Ages - October 31, 2023 Category: Health Management Authors: Victoria Nalls Source Type: news
Can Zoo Poo Help Manage Diabetic Foot Ulcers? Can Zoo Poo Help Manage Diabetic Foot Ulcers?
Feces from endangered species could possibly aid in treating diabetic foot ulcers, advancing the treatment considerably, writes David G. Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines)
Source: Medscape Diabetes Headlines - October 2, 2023 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news
Diagnostic Accuracy of a Fluorescence Imaging Device in DFUs Diagnostic Accuracy of a Fluorescence Imaging Device in DFUs
Learn more about the potential of a fluorescence imaging device as a tool for detecting the presence of bacteria in diabetic foot ulcers.Wounds (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - September 21, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: General Surgery Journal Article Source Type: news
Poo from baboons, lemurs and pigs contains secret for treating ulcers in diabetes patients, UK researchers say
Sheffield scientists found viruses living in the poo of exotic animals killed the bacteria within diabetic foot ulcers which are often resistant to antibiotics and hope their discovery will lead to new treatments. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - September 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Albumin as a Bioindicator of Healing Capability in DFUs Albumin as a Bioindicator of Healing Capability in DFUs
Could albumin values provide an accurate estimate of short-term healing capability in diabetic foot ulcers?Wounds (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - September 5, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: General Surgery Journal Article Source Type: news
Fast Heartburn Relief Without Deadly Drugs
Since gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) was first identified in the early 1930s, the number of people experiencing heartburn has increased substantially.
In fact, one study shows that in just 10 years, the number of people experiencing:1
Any GERD symptoms increased by 30%
Symptoms at least once a week increased by 47%
Severe GERD increased by 24%
While these numbers are concerning, I’ll admit they’re not surprising considering the typical American diet.
Our nutrition-less, grain-based diet of carbohydrates and starches has wrecked our health and made our bodies behave in ways nature never intended.
This has led ...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - August 28, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jacob Tags: Health Heart Health Natural Cures Nutrition Source Type: news
A Step Forward in Diabetic Foot Disease Management A Step Forward in Diabetic Foot Disease Management
The updated 2023 International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot guidelines serve as a"valuable compass" in treating patients with diabetic foot ulcers.Medscape Diabetes & Endocrinology (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - August 8, 2023 Category: Surgery Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Commentary Source Type: news
