by Tom Graham | Jul 19, 2024
Topic Six: Stage 6 - The Unsalvageable Foot Once an ulcer has developed, there is an increased risk of wound progression that may ultimately lead to amputation. It has been estimated that every 20 seconds, a lower limb is amputated due to complications of diabetes...
by Tom Graham | Jul 19, 2024
Topic Five: Stage 5 - The Necrotic Foot This is the end stage of the natural history of the diabetic foot. It is characterised by the presence of necrosis (gangrene) threatening the loss of the limb. Early diagnosis and intervention can save the limb. Necrosis can...
by Tom Graham | Jul 19, 2024
Topic Four: Stage 4 - The Infected Foot Your browser does not support the audio element. The Infected Foot The patient now enters Stage 4 because the foot is now infected and microbial control has been lost. Infection is the main pathology that destroys most diabetic...
by Tom Graham | Jul 19, 2024
Topic Three: Stage 3 - The Ulcerated Foot Your browser does not support the audio element. The Ulcerated Foot A foot reaches stage 3 when the skin has broken down and ulceration is present. Any break in the skin is a route that bacteria can enter. A foot ulcer is an...
by Tom Graham | Jul 19, 2024
Topic Two: Stage 2 - The High Risk Foot Your browser does not support the audio element. The high risk foot A foot is Stage 2 when it has developed risk factors that can result in ulceration. This is the stage of screening and implementing prevention measures....