vbid/9781118708255

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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.Typham this is the title: Managing the Diabetic Foot 3rd Edition