Best practice recommendations for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetic foot ulcers: update 2006.
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PURPOSE To provide the specialist in skin and wound care with evidence-based guidelines for care of the person with a diabetic foot ulcer. TARGET AUDIENCE This continuing education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in wound care and related disorders. OBJECTIVES After reading this article and taking this test, the reader should be able to: 1. Describe the pathophysiology, assessment, and diagnostic techniques related to diabetic foot ulcers. 2. Identify current, evidence-based preventative and treatment options for the diabetic foot ulcer.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Advances in skin & wound care
دوره 20 12 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2007