Cost of diabetic foot ulcer treatment in Ambernath

Uncontrolled Diabetes in India

Diabetes is an immunological disease in which the body’s ability to use and store glucose is impacted. With over 77 million diabetic people, India has the second-highest number of diabetic patients in India. This figure is even more depressing as most of these people have uncontrolled diabetes and are not following proper diabetes management measures. According to a study in 2017, only 23.4 percent of the diabetic population has good glycemic control. This is troublesome as uncontrolled diabetes can lead to many complications such as diabetic retinopathy, kidney damage, cardiovascular disease, etc. One of these complications is diabetic foot ulcers, which, if not treated promptly, can lead to amputation of the foot.

Diabetic foot ulcer treatment cost in Ambernath

Diabetic ulcers are open sores or wounds common in the lower extremities. It is very important to get diabetic foot ulcers treated immediately as delaying treatment can lead to extensive gangrenous damage to the foot, which is only treatable by amputation. In addition to uncontrolled diabetes, other factors that contribute to diabetic foot ulcer formation are ischemia, callus formation, infection, and edema.

The cost of diabetic foot ulcer treatment in Ambernath typically ranges from Rs. 35,000 to 40,000. We have expert vascular surgeons who can provide complete diabatic foot ulcer management without any complications.

Please note that the above-mentioned cost is subjective and depends on a lot of factors such as the severity of the patient’s condition, the treatment, and medicines required, the technology used, the surgeon’s fee, etc. You can connect with our medical coordinators to get an accurate estimate of how much the treatment might cost in your city.

Also read: Diabetic With Foot Infection- When To See A Doctor?

How are diabetic foot ulcers managed?

Diabetic foot ulcer management in Ambernath at Pristyn Care is done by expert vascular surgeons. It is easier to manage diabetic foot ulcers in their initial stages. The primary goal of the treatment is wound closure. The treatment depends on the severity of the ulcer, its vascularity, and if it’s infected. Based on these factors, the treatment can be performed by:

• Off-loading or Total Contact Casting (TCC): The doctor relieves the pressure on the ulcer non-surgically by using casts, braces, compression bandages, shoe inserts, etc.
• Debridement: If tissue necrosis has occurred, the surgeon removes the necrotic and hyperkeratotic tissue from the ulcer to accelerate healing by allowing the passage of fresh blood to the ulcerated region.
• Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery: If there is extensive damage to nerves and bone, the surgeon may need to perform complex procedures such as arthroplasty, resection, tendon transfer, tendon lengthening, etc. to start the healing process.
• Vascular Reconstruction: If the foot ulcer is getting worse due to ischemia and poor blood flow, the surgeon may place a synthetic blood vessel graft to improve blood flow in the area and aid the healing process.

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Is diabetic foot ulcer treatment covered under insurance?

Since it is medically necessary to manage diabetic foot ulcers, most insurance policies cover them. However, this also depends on the exact terms of your individual policy. If you are unsure about your policy, then our insurance team can explain the terms to you and help you file insurance documentation.

Financial assistance at Pristyn Care

If you do not have an insurance policy and cannot afford to receive treatment, we also provide additional financial support for our patients through No-cost EMI, cashless payment, etc. Our care coordinators can help you understand your options for medical treatment.

Will diabetic foot ulcers heal on their own without treatment?

Recovery for diabetic foot ulcers may take a few weeks to a few months, depending on how careful the patient is and how severe the condition was before treatment. However, healing will never occur without proper medical treatment, as diabetes itself slows down the body’s ability to heal. 

How to book an appointment for diabetic foot ulcer management in Ambernath at Pristyn Care?

You can book an appointment with the best vascular surgeons in Ambernath at Pristyn Care by filling in your details in the ‘Book Appointment’ form on the page or looking through our doctor database on our patient care app. You can also call the number on the page to directly talk to our care coordinators to schedule an appointment. You can also book an online consultation with the best vascular doctors near you. 

Disclaimer: The Cost mentioned in this blog is what Pristyn Care charges as per the City and Treatment and this cost may vary as well depending on the other factors which increase and decrease the cost. The market cost of the treatment may vary depending upon the healthcare service provider and the functional city.