Assessment of Knowledge, Awareness, Attitudes and Practices of Patients with Diabetic Foot Syndrome and Active Wound

Aims The goal was to gather and assess information about the features of patients suffering from Diabetic Foot Syndrome with active ulcers. This data was compared to findings gathered by a designated researcher for evaluation. Materials and Methods This cross-sectional observational study was designed using data from a validated survey. Results We conducted 102 surveys, revealing positive data on the respondents’ knowledge, awareness, attitudes, and practices. However, discrepancies appeared between the participants’ self-assessments, the researcher's evaluations and the actual implementation of recommendations, such as wearing inappropriate footwear, not moisturizing the feet or avoiding walking more than an hour while there is an active ulcer. Conclusion Despite participants showing positive knowledge, awareness, attitudes, and practices, it is crucial to enhance educational measures in regular clinical practice. This would further reinforce patients’ preventative actions against DFU in everyday life. Practice Implications This study highlights the need to enhance patient education and preventative measures in clinical practice, ensuring patients consistently apply knowledge to prevent diabetic foot ulcers daily.