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Analysis of frequency and localization of lower limb amputations in patients with diabetes mellitus

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Analysis reveals trends in lower limb amputations in patients with diabetes, suggesting need for improved care pathways.

A significant reduction in high-level amputations was observed among diabetes patients, indicating improved healthcare quality.
Type 1 diabetes patients experienced higher amputation rates than those with Type 2 diabetes, likely due to longer hyperglycemia exposure.
The study highlights the low rates of consultation with specialized diabetic foot care teams before amputations occur.
Findings emphasize the need for tailored clinical guidelines to enhance early diagnosis and treatment of lower limb complications.

Рukita et al. (2025) studied this question.

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