Diabetic Foot Ulcers in Geriatric Patients.
Clin Geriatr Med
; 40(3): 437-447, 2024 Aug.
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ABSTRACT
Care for the patient with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) entails understanding the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and a systematic approach to diagnosis and treatment. The authors will review elements of DFU in geriatric patients including the pathophysiology of diabetes, epidemiology and management of DFU in the context of developing a Plan for Healing. The authors will discuss comprehensive principles of a Plan for Healing, which applies to all aspects of chronic wounds.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Cicatrização
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Pé Diabético
Limite:
Aged
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article