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- Title
Awareness of foot ulcers among housekeepers.
- Authors
Shah, Miloni Suresh; Priya, V. Vishnu; Gayathri, R.
- Abstract
Aim: This study aims to create awareness of foot ulcers among housekeepers. Introduction: Foot ulcers are one of the main complications in diabetes mellitus, with 15% lifetime risk in all diabetic patients. The rate of lower extremity amputation among diabetic patients is 17–40 times higher than in non-diabetics. A critical triad of neuropathy, minor foot trauma, and foot deformity was found in >63% of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). Peripheral vascular disease has been identified in 30% of foot ulcers. We present a comprehensive assessment and the treatment of DFUs. We also want to notify physicians not to ignore foot assessment and examinations in patients with diabetes. Materials and Methods: An online survey consisting of 10 questions on awareness of foot ulcers among housekeepers was prepared and distributed. Data were collected and statistically analyzed. This study involved a sample of 100 patients. The patients were asked to fill a questionnaire regarding knowledge and awareness of foot ulcers. Results: The questionnaire showed adequate validity and reliability and thus may be used by health-care practitioners and researchers to asset the knowledge of at-risk patients regarding the warning signs of foot ulcer deterioration. Patient education regarding the importance of timely treatment seeking and warning signs should be promoted. Conclusion: Awareness of foot problems among housekeepers, clinical examination and paraclinical assessment, regular foot examination, patient education, simple hygienic practices, and provision of appropriate footwear combined with prompt treatment of minor injuries can decrease ulcer occurrence by 50%.
- Subjects
FOOT ulcers; LEG amputation; DIABETIC foot; PERIPHERAL vascular diseases; HOUSEKEEPERS
- Publication
Drug Invention Today, 2019, Vol 11, Issue 10, p2630
- ISSN
0975-7619
- Publication type
Article