Diabetic foot is one of the common complications of diabetes mellitus and the most common cause of amputation is foot loss worldwide. Without proper treatment, it may also result in death due to an infective event. Two main complications of diabetes mellitus, vascular damage and neuropathy, are the main causes of diabetic foot formation.
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Diabetes mellitus is an important health problem due to its incidence and morbidity caused by its complications. Foot ulcers are one of the most important reasons for hospitalization of diabetic patients and cause high morbidity and mortality rates as well as serious problems for the patient and family. Diabetic foot wounds can be serious problems that can go from high level to leg amputation. Studies have shown that approximately 15% of diabetic patients develop scarring on their feet at some point in their lives.
