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Effective glycemic management plays a crucial role in preventing complications in diabetic foot care. Maintaining blood glucose levels within target ranges helps reduce the risk of infection, aids wound healing, and decreases inflammation. High glucose levels can impair blood flow and immune response, worsening foot ulcers and increasing the risk of amputation. Regular monitoring and tailored insulin or medication regimens are essential in managing glucose levels effectively. By stabilizing blood sugar, patients can improve healing outcomes and prevent further complications associated with diabetic foot issues.
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- Dr. Arti Shah discusses the importance of glycemic control in managing diabetic foot complications. Microvascular issues, such as neuropathy and vasculopathy, can lead to diabetic foot syndrome, ulcers, and potentially amputation. Diabetic foot is an economically burdensome complication, emphasizing the need for prevention through proper glycemic control.
- The presentation addresses three key stages: prevention, active diabetic foot syndrome, and post-healing remission. While complete prevention is challenging due to unknown factors, controlling glycemia can significantly reduce microangiopathy. Studies like UKPDS show the benefit of intensive control on microvascular complications, while others, like ACCORD, highlight the risks of hypoglycemia.
- Predicting the risk of diabetic foot development based on HbA1c levels is possible. The Seattle Diabetic Foot Study identified HbA1c, impaired vision, prior foot ulcer/amputation, and monofilament insensitivity as significant predictors. Len and others have developed a risk score using various factors, but it requires further validation.
- In patients with active diabetic foot ulcers, intensive glycemic control can help with healing and amputation prevention. Research by Anil Bansali et al. suggests a correlation between HbA1c levels and ulcer healing. A metaanalysis showed an elevated amputation risk with increased HbA1c and fasting glucose levels, though the relationship to wound healing was unclear.
- Recurrent ulcers can be prevented by maintaining good glycemic control. Andrew Bolton's study emphasized the significance of HbA1c levels below 7.5 in preventing recurrence. Diabetic foot imposes a substantial economic burden and has a long-term poor prognosis, sometimes exceeding cancer mortality rates. Glycemic control remains a critical modifiable factor in managing diabetic foot.
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