Assessment of patient undergoing surgical treatment for diabetic foot

Abstract

Aim:
To assess diabetic foot patient characteristics, surgical procedures, and postoperative results and determine the variables linked to better healing and fewer complications.

Methodology:
A retrospective analysis of 162 patients treated surgically for diabetic foot between 2015 and 2024 was carried out. We gathered and examined information on postoperative outcomes, surgical procedure, ulcer severity, comorbidities, and demographics.

Results:
Mean age was 56.4 ± 10.8 years with male-to-female ratio 2.1:1. Debridement was most common (54.3%), partial amputation in 28.4%, major amputation in 8.6%. Postoperative complications occurred in 21.6%, limb salvage was 91.4%, and re-ulceration 12.3% (Table 1).

Conclusion:
Diabetic foot surgery has good results and a high limb salvage rate. Debridement works well for lower-grade ulcers, but more involved surgery and more complications are needed for higher-grade ulcers. Tailored planning lowers risk and maximises recovery.