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This is a Descriptive Survey study.

Proportion of foot ulcer, knowledge and practice on foot care among diabetic patients in medical college and hospital, Kolkata

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Descriptive survey reveals 7.35% foot ulcers in diabetic patients, highlighting knowledge and practice gaps.

The study found that 7.35% of diabetic patients had foot ulcers, indicating a significant health concern.
59.31% of patients demonstrated average knowledge about foot care, suggesting the need for improved education.
A strong correlation (r = 0.79) was observed between knowledge and practice of foot care among participants.
Demographic factors such as education, occupation, and income were linked to both knowledge and foot care practices.

Maji et al. (2025) studied this question.

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