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About Diabetic foot ulcer

A diabetic foot ulcer is a complication that occurs in around 15% of patients with diabetes. As the name states, it occurs in the foot when a wound or injury doesn’t heal completely due to diabetes. As a result, the skin tissues start to die off gradually and the layers underneath become exposed.

It is a very serious condition that may require amputation if you don’t seek treatment on time. Get in touch with Pristyn Care and consult our vascular surgeons in Satara to get proper treatment for diabetic foot ulcers.

Overview

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Diabetic foot ulcer in different languages:
  • Diabetic foot ulcer in Hindi: डायबिटिक फुट अल्सर
  • Diabetic foot ulcer in Marathi: मधुमेही पायाचे व्रण
  • Diabetic foot ulcer in Telugu: డయాబెటిక్ ఫుట్ అల్సర్
  • Diabetic foot ulcer in Tamil: நீரிழிவு கால் புண்
  • Diabetic foot ulcer in Malayalam: പ്രമേഹ കാലിലെ അൾസർ
Diabetic foot ulcer stages:
  • Grade 0- Intact Skin
  • Grade 1- Superficial skin ulcer or Subcutaneous tissue
  • Grade 2- Extension of the ulcers into the tendon, bone, and capsule
  • Grade 3- Deep ulcer with osteomyelitis or abscess
  • Grade 4- Partial foot gangrene
  • Grade 5- Whole foot gangrene
ICD-10 code for diabetic foot ulcer:
  • ICD-10 for type 2 diabetes mellitus - E11
  • ICD-10 for diabetes mellitus - E08-E13
Foods to avoid with diabetic foot ulcers:
  • Cauliflower
  • Tomatoes
  • Peppers
  • Carrots Broccoli
Complications of untreated diabetic foot ulcer:
  • Amputation
  • Charcot's foot
  • Nail disorders
  • Dry, cracked skin
  • Corns and calluses
  • Bone and joint deformity
  • Hammertoes and bunions
Why Pristyn Care for diabetic foot ulcer treatment?
  • Highly experienced vascular surgeons
  • Flexible payment options
  • Assistance in insurance claim
  • USFDA-approved treatments
  • Free-follow up consultation
  • Free transportation on the day of the surgery
Checking the ankle with infection for confirming Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Treatment

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of a diabetic foot ulcer is done by a vascular specialist. Normally, the condition can be identified with a physical examination. The doctor will ask if you have other conditions like arterial disease or peripheral neuropathy (both conditions are common amongst diabetic patients).

The doctor will further inspect the foot, toes, toenails, and leg for more cuts, blisters, scratches, etc., which can also develop into ulcers. After gathering your medical history and physical exam, the surgeon will suggest the following tests to obtain more information about the condition and its plausible treatment. The tests include:

    • X-Ray to check the alignment and density of the bones.
    • MRI scan to create a 3-D image of the soft tissues and determine the extent of damage to the nerves and bones.
    • Blood test to look for signs of infections within the ulcer.

The results of these tests will help the surgeon to narrow down the treatment options and determine the right course of action to resolve the problem. </

Procedure

At Pristyn Care, we make sure that every person who needs advanced diabetic foot ulcer treatment in Satara gets optimal care. We leverage modern technology and treat patients with compassion to understand and resolve their problems.

Under the care of our vascular doctors, you can get all kinds of treatment as suited to your particular case. The various treatment methods for diabetic foot ulcers involve the following:

  • Off-loading or Total Contact Casting (TCC)- It is a non-surgical treatment that relieves the pressure in the ulcerated area with the help of specially designed shoes, casts, foot braces, compression wraps, or shoe inserts.
  • Debridement– It is the removal of hyperkeratotic tissue, fibrin, biofilm, and even necrotic tissues from the ulcer to aid the healing process. Debridement allows fresh blood to reach the damaged vessels and promotes healing.
  • Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgery– If the damage to the nerves and bone is extensive, the doctor may recommend reconstruction of the foot and ankle through a combination of procedures, such as arthroplasty, resection, tendon transfer, tendon lengthening, etc. This surgery helps to rebalance the foot and works through internal surgical offloading.
  • Vascular Reconstruction- In chronic cases, the doctor may have to perform a vascular reconstruction surgery for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers. Synthetic grafts (blood vessels) are taken from the other parts of the body and they are used to recreate the blood vessels that were damaged due to the ulceration. Once the blood flow is restored, the nerves and wound can start to heal.

Diabetic foot ulcer treatment can be a complex procedure. Therefore, it is crucial that you find a reliable diabetic foot ulcer doctor in Satara and undergo surgery after learning everything about the treatment procedures. You can either get treatment under Pristyn Care vascular doctors or also seek their help to get a second opinion for the treatment of the diabetic foot ulcer.

Why Pristyn Care?

Delivering Seamless Surgical Experience in India

01.

Pristyn Care is COVID-19 safe

Your safety is taken care of by thermal screening, social distancing, sanitized clinics and hospital rooms, sterilized surgical equipment and mandatory PPE kits during surgery.

02.

Assisted Surgery Experience

A dedicated Care Coordinator assists you throughout the surgery journey from insurance paperwork, to commute from home to hospital & back and admission-discharge process at the hospital.

03.

Medical Expertise With Technology

Our surgeons spend a lot of time with you to diagnose your condition. You are assisted in all pre-surgery medical diagnostics. We offer advanced laser and laparoscopic surgical treatment. Our procedures are USFDA approved.

04.

Post Surgery Care

We offer follow-up consultations and instructions including dietary tips as well as exercises to every patient to ensure they have a smooth recovery to their daily routines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I prevent diabetic foot ulcers?

There are a few tips that can help you reduce the chances of developing diabetic foot ulcers. These are:

  • Keeping your blood sugar levels in check
  • Wash your feet daily
  • Keep your feet dry and properly moisturized
  • Do not wear tight-fitted shoes
  • Trim your toenails properly

What is meant by “offloading the foot?

In offloading, generally, the detrimental forces to the foot are reduced, redistributed, or removed to release the pressure from the ulcerated area. It is one of the treatment procedures for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers in mild cases.

What are the different types of diabetic foot ulcers?

Different types of diabetic foot ulcers are-

  • Neuroischemic Ulcers
  • Neuropathic Ulcers
  • Ischemic Ulcers

When should I consult the doctor for my diabetic foot ulcer?

Consult the doctor if you are experiencing the following symptoms-

  • Discoloration and swelling of the skin
  • Foul-smelling discharge
  • Pain and firmness around the wound
  • Skin thickening
  • Gangrene

Can a diabetic foot ulcer be treated at home?

No. A diabetic foot ulcer cannot be treated at home because the infections can delay the healing process. However, you can manage the symptoms with several home remedies. Consult some of the top vascular surgeons in Satara for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers.

What are the different types of diabetic foot ulcers?

There are primarily three types of diabetic foot ulcers-

  • Neuropathic Ulcers- In patients that have peripheral diabetic neuropathy, which can severely damage their peripheral nerves and lead to ulcer formation. It causes loss of sensation in the nerves, especially in the legs, which further makes it harder to notice the ulcer in the foot.
  • Ischemic Ulcers- These ulcers start to form in the legs where the blood flow is poor. When the cells don’t get enough blood, they start to die and damage the tissues leading to ischemic ulcers on the feet and legs.
  • Neuroischemic Ulcers- It is a type of ulcer that forms when neuropathy and ischemic ulcers co-exist. It forms on the margins of the foot and, over time, becomes so serious that eventually, amputation is needed if they are not treated in time.

Out of all the cases of diabetic foot ulcers, more than 50% of cases are neuroischemic ulcers, 36% are neuropathic, and 11% are purely ischemic. Regardless of the type of ulcer you have, it is important that you get it treated as soon as possible. For optimal care and advanced treatment, you can get in touch with Pristyn Care and consult the best doctors in Satara.

The best treatment for Diabetic Foot Ulcers in Satara at Pristyn Care

A diabetic foot ulcer is a very common condition that affects nearly 10 percent of diabetes patients. In many cases, it is seen that people do not seek proper medical advice even after the symptoms of diabetic foot ulcers surface. This happens due to the jam-packed schedules of the people wherein they are always trying to maintain their work-life and personal life balance. This delay in consulting doctors often leads to serious complications.

Fortunately, now people in Satara do not need to experience the pain and discomfort of diabetic foot ulcers as Pristyn Care is now present in Satara with its team of highly-skilled doctors and surgeons. You just need to give us a call and your appointment will be booked according to your convenience. With a number of Pristyn Care clinics now available across Satara, you won’t even have to travel much and you can receive the best treatment for diabetic foot ulcers at the clinic nearest to you.

Book Your Appointment with Pristyn Care to Get Advanced Diabetic Foot Ulcer Treatment in Satara

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