A global DNA deep dive shows why E. coli infections in diabetic foot wounds can be so stubborn, dangerous, and hard to treat.

New research led by King's College London, in collaboration with the University of Westminster, has shed light on the ...

It’s a condition born of too much sugar, but the news is not so sweet. Diabetes is on the rise among adults and children across the United States and many parts of the world, making it one of the ...

We were unable to process your request. Please try again later. If you continue to have this issue please contact [email protected]. A recent study of foot and ankle surgical cases ...

May 23, 2012 — Correct multidisciplinary treatment of common diabetic foot infections can reduce amputations, according to guidelines for diagnosis and treatment issued by the Infectious Diseases ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The new guidance is an update to the 2019 International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot guidelines. These ...

Foot infections are a serious complication of diabetes associated with substantial morbidity and occasional mortality. Antibiotic therapy for mild infections in patients who have not recently received ...

Viruses may be getting a lot of bad press lately, but it’s important to remember that there are some species that may be helpful to us. Bacteriophages (or just phages) are viruses that prey on ...

Diabetes is a multifaceted condition that can result in severe complications, including limb loss. Two major concerns are poor circulation and diminished sensation in the feet, which heighten the risk ...

A clinical trial involving 371 patients in eight countries shows that linezolid, a new antibiotic, is at least as effective as two older therapies for treating diabetic foot infections. The drug may ...

Dry, cracked feet in diabetes can signal nerve damage or poor circulation. Experts explain the causes, risks, and essential ...

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