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Diabetic foot ulcer severity, outcome worse in men vs women

Miriam Tucker E.   |   Clinical Summary   |   22 February 2023
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Takeaway

  • Men presented with more severe diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) than women, despite no differences in delayed presentation.
  • Ulcer healing was more common in women vs men. 
  • Worse vascular state associated with higher smoking rates in men may partially contribute to the difference.

Why this matters

  • Male preponderance in DFU...

          

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