Factors influencing the severity of diabetic foot ulcers: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are prevalent among individuals with poorly controlled diabetes, and severe cases can result in increased morbidity and a poor quality of life. This study aimed to identify the factors that affect the severity of DFUs, offering insights into potential interventions that could enhance patient outcomes.

Methodology

A prospective cross-sectional study was conducted from August 2023 to March 2024 at Muhimbili National Hospital in Tanzania, involving 177 consecutively selected patients with DFUs. The primary outcome variable was the severity of DFUs, which was assessed using the Meggitt-Wagner severity score. Both socio-demographic and clinical characteristics were evaluated to determine their association with the outcome variable using mult

SUBMITTER: Bahati R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11924770 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature