Ulcer Recurrence

Case Report

Breaking the Cycle of Recurrent Diabetic Foot Ulceration: A Novel and Sustainable Offloading Modality to Treat Diabetic Foot Ulceration and Prevent Recurrence

01/15/2021

Caroline Lyons

A patient presented with a 2-year history of recurrent DFU to the right fourth metatarsal head following amputation of the fourth digit. Recurrence continued despite self-reported compliance with therapeutic footwear use. Use of a novel...

A patient presented with a...

01/15/2021

Wounds

Diabetes Watch

Beyond Wound Resolution: Focusing On The Diabetic Foot In Remission And Preventing Recurrence

11/05/2020

By Valerie L. Marmolejo, DPM, MS

By Valerie L. Marmolejo, DPM, MS ...

Rates of diabetic foot ulceration (DFU) recurrence reported at one, three and five years range from 25 to 40 percent, 50 to 60 percent and 65 to 80 percent respectively.1–6 Almost all patients with a history of a DFU will experience a...

Rates of diabetic foot...

11/05/2020

Podiatry Today

Wound Care Q&A

Essential Roundtable Insights On Preventing Ulcer Recurrence

10/28/2020

Clinical Editor: Kazu Suzuki, DPM, CWS
Panelists: Mark Hinkes, DPM, FACFAS, FAPWCA and Chia-Ding Shih, DPM, MPH, MA, AACFAS

Clinical Editor: Kazu Suzuki, DPM, CW...

Once an ulcer heals, the needs of the patient do not cease. Ulcer recurrence is a significant issue in high-risk patients. Accordingly, these panelists share their experiences and protocols, discuss patient education, and offer their thoughts...

Once an ulcer heals, the needs...

10/28/2020

Podiatry Today