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Diabetic foot<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Diabetic foot is a group of serious conditions affecting the feet of people with diabetes. High blood sugar levels can lead to nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor blood circulation, making it difficult for injuries to heal \u2014 increasing the risk of ulcers, infections, and, in severe cases, amputation. Diabetic foot is a major complication that can significantly impact quality of life, but with proper assessment, treatment, and prevention, many of these outcomes can be mitigated.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The AHA annual \ufb01gure for lower-extremity amputations \u2248150,000 [1]<\/a><\/sup> translates to a limb lost every 3.5 minutes<\/strong> in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Why diabetic foot care matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People with diabetes are more likely to experience chronic wounds than those without diabetes. These ulcers are a leading cause of hospitalizations and amputations among diabetic patients. Research, early identification, and treatment of diabetic foot conditions are essential to preserve limb function and prevent complications.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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6.6 million<\/strong> people in the US and
\u20283 million people in Europe have a diabetic foot ulcer [2]<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Falsely elevated ABI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ankle pressure\/ABI is one of the most common diagnostic exams used to assess PAD in people with diabetes, as it helps evaluate blood flow and identify any blockages in the arteries of the legs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medial sclerosis, a hardening of the arteries that makes them less compressible, is common in people with diabetes and can lead to falsely elevated ankle pressure\/AB). Artificially high ABI readings mask the presence of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and lead to an underestimation of blood flow issues in the lower extremities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In clinical settings, underdiagnosis can delay necessary interventions and increase the risk of complications like foot ulcers and, ultimately, amputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To accurately assess people with diabetes and provide a holistic view of vascular health, traditional ABI can be augmented with a range of additional exams, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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