Korean journal of dermatology (대한피부과학회지)

Korean Dermatological Association (대한피부과학회)
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The Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcer by Corporation of Dermatologists and Internists -Preliminary Report-

피부과와 내과의 협진에 의한 당뇨병성 족부궤양의 치료 경험 -예보-

Lee, Seok Jong;Cha, Young Chang;Lee, Won Chae;Na, Gun Yoen;Kim, Do Won;Ha, Sung Woo;Kim, Bo Wan
이석종;차영창;이원채;나건연;김도원;하승우;김보완

  • Published : 20021100
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Abstract

Background: Recently, the prevalence of diabetes mellitus and its complications have been increased in Korea and they cause many socioeconomic losses in both patients and their families. But, there are neither sufficient medical assistance including concern of medical personnel nor social assistance in Korea nowadays. Objectives: In this study, we tried to reduce the risk of amputation and preserve the function of the foot by an early evaluation, proper treatment and consultation by dermatologists. Methods: We randomly chose 18 cases of diabetic foot ulcer and took care of them with proper and earlier debridement, dressing, antibiotics and cooporation with departments of internal medicine, especially endocrinology, nephrology and division of infectious disease. After healing of the ulcer, we recommended specially designed shoes and foot care products to prevent the recurrence of the foot problems. Results: The average duration of diabetes was 18 years and preexisting complications were neuropathy, nephropathy, vasculopathy and/or foot deformities. The precipitating factors of foot ulcer were burn, callus, fungal infection, bony deformity or trauma. Three cases underwent toe amputation and one case with severe vasculopathy was transferred to the vascular surgery. Average healing time was 14 weeks. Conclusion: Proper evaluation and management of diabetic foot ulcer patients with multidisciplinary approach should achieve good wound healing. Consequently, it can reduce the risk of amputation and improve the quality of life in the patient with diabetic foot ulcer. Among them, dermatologists who has a point of view of both a medical and surgical doctor may play a pivotal role in the management of diabetic foot ulcer.

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