Foot problems in diabetic patients are some of the most challenging
complications to treat, due to an often quite late presentation of
symptoms from the patient. Therefore visual recognition of presenting
clinical signs is absolutely key for a successful diagnosis
and subsequently, the right management programme. The 3rd edition
of Managing the Diabetic Foot once again provides a practical, handy
and accessible pocket guide to the clinical management of patients
with severe feet problems associated with diabetes, such as ulcers,
infections and necrosis. By focusing on the need for a speedy
response to the clinical signs, it will enable doctors make rapid,
effective management decisions in order to help prevent deterioration
and avoid the need for evental foot amputation. Each chapter focuses
specifically on the different stages of foot disease and the clinical
management required at that particular stage, ie, the normal foot;
high-risk foot, ulcerated foot, infected foot, necrotic foot and
unsalvageable foot. Full colour throughout, it will feature over 150
clinical photos, numerous hints and tips to aid rapid-reference, as
well as the latest national and international guidelines on diabetic
foot management. Managing the Diabetic Foot, 3E, is the ideal go-to
clinical tool for all diabetes professionals, specialist diabetes
nurses and podiatrists managing patients with diabetic foot
problems.
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781118708255
Publisert
2014
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Wiley Global Research (STMS)
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Antall sider
248
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