HSPA1B genotype associated with diabetic foot severity
A study just published in the British Journal of Surgery did HSPA1B genotyping on 70 patients with diabetic foot complications and found that the AG genotype was significantly associated with the...
View ArticlePsychological adaptation to an amputation in diabetes
Those with diabetes who undergo an amputation may be at elevated risk for psychological distress as a result of their co-morbid medical condition. Regular screening for anxiety and depression and the...
View ArticlePlantar forefoot fat pad atrophy does not occur in diabetes
It is widely assumed that there is some atrophy of the plantar forefoot fad pad in those with diabetes. This atrophy of the fat pad is thought to be a potential risk factor for plantar ulceration under...
View ArticleFissures in the Diabetic Foot
A new study has investigated superficial and deep fissures in the diabetic foot and factors associated with them. A total of 578 patients with diabetes were assessed. The prevalence of superficial...
View ArticleEnzyme Activity in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
A new study has evaluated serum prolidase activity (SPA) in those with and without diabetic foot ulcers. SPA is an marker of the extent of collagen turnover. They compared the SPA levels were higher in...
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