Quick Overview
The case studies described in this book will make it clear in the mind of the treating clinician that treating a diabetic foot is at times simple and at times difficult task with each patient having comorbidities to be taken care of. Managing diabetic foot is a teamwork which involves a diabetologist, general surgeon, plastic surgeon, a vascular surgeon, interventional radiologist, orthopedic surgeon, physician, podiatrist, orthotist, nursing staff, and diabetic educators all play a crucial role in the successful management of diabetic foot.
Key Features
- This is the second edition of the well-received previous edition of the subjected title with a quick and exciting read.
- The diabetic foot is a deep-rooted complication of diabetes mellitus, a worldwide problem.
- People with diabetes are susceptible to foot problems that occurs due to prolonged periods of high blood sugar levels.
- This universal epidemic is promptly increasing at an alarming rate, majorly in developing countries and millions of people are basically affected in India.
- This book almost covers major cases under various sections of diabetic foot starting from Treatment Modalities, Neuropathic Ulcers and Charcot’s Foot.
- Major Amputations, Foreign Body Injury and Iceberg Phenomena are majorly covered in separate sections.