A STUDY ON DIABETIC FOOT AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE

Abstract

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a severe complication of diabetes mellitus, often exacerbated by peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD significantly impairs blood flow to the lower extremities, leading to non-healing ulcers and an increased risk of amputations. This study explores the prevalence of PAD among diabetic foot patients and assesses the impact of vascular impairment on clinical outcomes